August weather forecast
Ranchos de Taos, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ranchos de Taos, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 75.2°F (24°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Ranchos de Taos notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 55%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ranchos de Taos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Ranchos de Taos.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.6h.

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 medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

Ranchos de Taos in August has an average high-temperature of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 55%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Ranchos de Taos, in August, during 15.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ranchos de Taos, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranchos de Taos have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.6h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average temperature in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average pressure in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 30.02"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
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average wind speed in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average humidity in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.43").

Average rainfall days in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ranchos de Taos, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average UV index in August - Ranchos de Taos, 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
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Ranchos de Taos, NM

Average visibility in August - Ranchos de Taos, NM
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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