August weather forecast
Quartzsite, AZ

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Weather in August

The Quartzsite weather in August continues to reflect the extreme desert summer conditions. The scorching sun blazes during the daytime, bathing the city in intense heat. August stands in close competition with July, as it peaks at 102.6°F (39.2°C) and drops to 85.6°F (29.8°C). However, desert dwellers adapt to these conditions, with nocturnal creatures surfacing during the cool nights. The transition into September brings a slight dip in temperatures, marking the gradual retreat of summer.

Temperature

Quartzsite, Arizona, records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 102.6°F (39.2°C) in August, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. During August, Quartzsite's temperature averages to a warm 85.6°F (29.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Quartzsite, the average relative humidity in August is 26%.

Rainfall

In Quartzsite, in August, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 rainfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Quartzsite, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Quartzsite, Arizona, is 11.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Quartzsite are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during August translates into these guidelines:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Quartzsite in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Quartzsite, Arizona, are 102.6°F (39.2°C) and 85.6°F (29.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Quartzsite?

The average relative humidity in August in Quartzsite, Arizona, is 26%.

How much does it rain in Quartzsite in August?

In August, in Quartzsite, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Quartzsite have in August?

In Quartzsite, the average day length in August is 13h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Quartzsite?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:03 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Quartzsite?

In Quartzsite, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Quartzsite?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

What is the UV index reading in August in Quartzsite?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Quartzsite, Arizona, is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average temperature in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average high temperature in August: 102.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (103.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 85.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (85.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average pressure in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average pressure in August: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.74"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average wind speed in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, November and December (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average humidity in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average humidity in August: 26%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (40%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

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Average rainfall in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average rainfall in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average rainfall days in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.4 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 1min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average sunshine days in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (19.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average UV index in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average UV index in August: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average cloud cover in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in August
Quartzsite, AZ

Average visibility in August - Quartzsite, AZ
  • 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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