August weather forecast
El Paso, TX

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A night view of the lit beautiful vast city of El Paso in Texas
A night view of the lit beautiful vast city of El Paso in Texas

Weather in August

August continues to hold on to the high summer temperatures with the mercury fluctuating from 74.7°F (23.7°C) at night to a maximum of 91.6°F (33.1°C) during the day. The rainfall registers a slight drop from the preceding month but still stands significant at 1.26" (32mm). Amid these patterns, El Paso doesn't see major disturbance in visibility since the sky retains a fair amount of sunshine. The wind speed is maintained at a similar pace to July's, causing a rise in humidity levels. The daylight hours, though on the decline, continue to remain decently long.

Temperature

The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91.6°F (33.1°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. El Paso witnesses an average low-temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in El Paso is 38%.

Rainfall

In El Paso, during August, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Paso, there are 69.4 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in El Paso.

Daylight

In El Paso, Texas, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In El Paso, Texas, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in El Paso are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in El Paso in August?

In El Paso, in August, the average high-temperature is 91.6°F (33.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 74.7°F (23.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August in El Paso?

In August, the average relative humidity in El Paso, Texas, is 38%.

How many days does it rain in August in El Paso?

In August, in El Paso, Texas, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout August, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in El Paso?

March through October are months without snowfall in El Paso.

How many hours of daylight does El Paso have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in El Paso?

On the first day of August in El Paso, Texas, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does El Paso have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in El Paso?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Paso, Texas.

What is the UV index reading in August in El Paso?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in El Paso, Texas, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
El Paso, TX

Average temperature in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average high temperature in August: 91.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 74.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in August
El Paso, TX

Average pressure in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
El Paso, TX

Average wind speed in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).

Average humidity in August
El Paso, TX

Average humidity in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in August
El Paso, TX

Average rainfall in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days in August
El Paso, TX

Average rainfall days in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
El Paso, TX

Average snowfall in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in August
El Paso, TX

Average snowfall days in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 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
El Paso, TX

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - El Paso, TX
  • 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: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
El Paso, TX

Average sunshine days in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
El Paso, TX

Average UV index in August - El Paso, TX
  • 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
El Paso, TX

Average cloud cover in August - El Paso, TX
  • Average cloud cover in August: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
El Paso, TX

Average visibility in August - El Paso, TX
  • 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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