August weather forecast
Sacramento, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Sacramento, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 87.1°F (30.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.1°F (30.6°C), closely following the temperature pattern of July. Sacramento experiences a mean temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) during August nights.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 86°F (30°C). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

Rainfall

In Sacramento, in August, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sacramento, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.2 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in Sacramento, New Mexico.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

In Sacramento, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Sacramento, records 87.1°F (30.6°C), while the low-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Sacramento, during August, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

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

The average day length in August is 13h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Sacramento?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sacramento have in August?

In Sacramento, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sacramento, NM

Average temperature in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in August
Sacramento, NM

Average pressure in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Sacramento, NM

Average wind speed in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Sacramento, NM

Average humidity in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

Average rainfall in August
Sacramento, NM

Average rainfall in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.16").

Average rainfall days in August
Sacramento, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sacramento, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Sacramento, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sacramento, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in August
Sacramento, NM

Average UV index in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Sacramento, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Sacramento, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
Sacramento, NM

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

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

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