August weather forecast
San Miguel, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in San Miguel, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 90.5°F (32.5°C).

Temperature

San Miguel's weather, upon August's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.5°F (32.5°C), nearly identical to the prior month. In August, San Miguel encounters an average low-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) during the night.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

In San Miguel, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84.4 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in San Miguel, is 90.5°F (32.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 72.9°F (22.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

How much does it rain in August?

In San Miguel, in August, during 15.6 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

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

In San Miguel, New Mexico, the average day length in August is 13h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in San Miguel.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
San Miguel, NM

Average temperature in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in August
San Miguel, NM

Average pressure in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
San Miguel, NM

Average wind speed in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in August
San Miguel, NM

Average humidity in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in August
San Miguel, NM

Average rainfall in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
San Miguel, NM

Average rainfall days in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
San Miguel, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
San Miguel, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
San Miguel, NM

Average sunshine days in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in August
San Miguel, NM

Average UV index in August - San Miguel, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
San Miguel, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
San Miguel, NM

Average visibility in August - San Miguel, 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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