August weather forecast
San Cristobal, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in San Cristobal, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.1°F (23.4°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of August marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), hardly differing from July's 76.1°F (24.5°C). August nights bring a significant cooling from the heat of the day, with averages of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 53%.

Rainfall

In San Cristobal, in August, during 15 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In San Cristobal, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

In San Cristobal, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:08 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 11.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in San Cristobal, records 74.1°F (23.4°C), while the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

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

How much does it rain in August?

In San Cristobal, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through August are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in August?

In San Cristobal, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does San Cristobal have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average temperature in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average pressure in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"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
San Cristobal, NM

Average wind speed in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average humidity in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (39%).

Average rainfall in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average rainfall days in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average snowfall days in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - San Cristobal, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average sunshine days in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average UV index in August - San Cristobal, 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
San Cristobal, NM

Average cloud cover in August - San Cristobal, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
San Cristobal, NM

Average visibility in August - San Cristobal, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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