August weather forecast
Sheep Springs, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

The commencement of August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.9°F (26.6°C), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Sheep Springs's temperature lowers to a mean of 60.8°F (16°C) during the nights in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Sheep Springs.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, in Sheep Springs, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:43 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Sheep Springs?

The high-temperature, in August, in Sheep Springs, records 79.9°F (26.6°C), while the low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Sheep Springs?

In August, the average relative humidity in Sheep Springs is 41%.

How much does it rain in Sheep Springs in August?

In Sheep Springs, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sheep Springs?

In Sheep Springs, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Sheep Springs have in August?

In August, the average day length in Sheep Springs is 13h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Sheep Springs?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheep Springs, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:43 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Sheep Springs?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Sheep Springs?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Sheep Springs?

In Sheep Springs, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average temperature in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average pressure in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average wind speed in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average humidity in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average rainfall in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

Average rainfall days in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average snowfall in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sheep Springs, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average UV index in August - Sheep Springs, 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
Sheep Springs, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
Sheep Springs, NM

Average visibility in August - Sheep Springs, NM
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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