August weather forecast
San Rafael, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in San Rafael, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average high of 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

San Rafael's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) from July's 80.6°F (27°C) in temperature. San Rafael experiences a mean low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) during August.

Humidity

In San Rafael, the average relative humidity in August is 45%.

Rainfall

In San Rafael, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In San Rafael, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.5 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In San Rafael, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of August, in San Rafael, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for San Rafael in August?

In San Rafael, in August, the average high-temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in August in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in August is 45%.

How many days does it rain in August in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in San Rafael?

May through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in San Rafael?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in San Rafael, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in San Rafael?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in San Rafael?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in San Rafael?

In San Rafael, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
San Rafael, NM

Average temperature in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in August
San Rafael, NM

Average pressure in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
San Rafael, NM

Average wind speed in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in August
San Rafael, NM

Average humidity in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in August
San Rafael, NM

Average rainfall in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
San Rafael, NM

Average rainfall days in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
San Rafael, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
San Rafael, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
San Rafael, NM

Average sunshine days in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
San Rafael, NM

Average UV index in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
San Rafael, NM

Average cloud cover in August - San Rafael, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
San Rafael, NM

Average visibility in August - San Rafael, 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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