August weather forecast
Tularosa, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Tularosa, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

Entering August, Tularosa's average high-temperature reads a still hot 86.2°F (30.1°C), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. The low-temperature in Tularosa averages to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) during the nights of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 86°F (30°C). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout August, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tularosa, there are 66.5 rainfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Tularosa, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

In Tularosa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Tularosa during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Tularosa, is 86.2°F (30.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Tularosa?

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

How many days does it rain in August in Tularosa?

In Tularosa, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Tularosa?

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

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

In Tularosa, New Mexico, the average day length in August is 13h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Tularosa?

On the first day of August in Tularosa, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tularosa have in August?

In Tularosa, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Tularosa?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Tularosa is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Tularosa, NM

Average temperature in August - Tularosa, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in August
Tularosa, NM

Average pressure in August - Tularosa, 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
Tularosa, NM

Average wind speed in August - Tularosa, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Tularosa, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (52%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (25%).

Average rainfall in August
Tularosa, NM

Average rainfall in August - Tularosa, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in August
Tularosa, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Tularosa, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Tularosa, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Tularosa, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 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
Tularosa, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tularosa, 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
Tularosa, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Tularosa, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Tularosa, NM

Average UV index in August - Tularosa, 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
Tularosa, NM

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

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

Average visibility in August
Tularosa, NM

Average visibility in August - Tularosa, 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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