August weather forecast
Peñasco, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Peñasco, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C), nearly identical to July's 76.6°F (24.8°C). Peñasco sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in August, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In Peñasco, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in August is 53%.

Rainfall

In Peñasco, in August, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through August are months without snowfall in Peñasco.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Peñasco, New Mexico, is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Peñasco, New Mexico, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Peñasco in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Peñasco during August are 75.2°F (24°C) and 50°F (10°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Peñasco?

In Peñasco, the average relative humidity in August is 53%.

How many days does it rain in August in Peñasco?

In August, in Peñasco, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Peñasco?

June through August are months without snowfall in Peñasco, New Mexico.

Does it snow in Peñasco in August?

In Peñasco, New Mexico, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in August in Peñasco?

In Peñasco, the average day length in August is 13h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Peñasco?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peñasco, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Peñasco have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Peñasco is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Peñasco?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Peñasco, New Mexico.

How high is the UV index in August in Peñasco?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Peñasco is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Peñasco, NM

Average temperature in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Peñasco, NM

Average pressure in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Peñasco, NM

Average wind speed in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Peñasco, NM

Average humidity in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in August
Peñasco, NM

Average rainfall in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in August
Peñasco, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Peñasco, NM

Average snowfall in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Peñasco, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Peñasco, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Peñasco, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Peñasco, NM

Average UV index in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Peñasco, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Peñasco, NM

Average visibility in August - Peñasco, NM
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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