August weather forecast
Arch, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Arch, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 90.1°F (32.3°C) and an average low of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Arch's average high-temperature in August is a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), marking an insignificant difference from the 90.5°F (32.5°C) of July. Arch observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in August, settling at an average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Arch is 46%.

Rainfall

In Arch, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Arch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.6 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Arch, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Arch is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Arch, New Mexico. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Arch in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Arch, is 90.1°F (32.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.2°F (20.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Arch?

In Arch, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in August is 46%.

How much does it rain in Arch in August?

In August, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout August, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Arch?

May through September are months without snowfall in Arch.

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

In August, the average day length in Arch, New Mexico, is 13h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Arch?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arch, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arch have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

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

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Arch.

What is the UV index reading in August in Arch?

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

Average temperature in August - Arch, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Arch, NM

Average pressure in August - Arch, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Arch, NM

Average wind speed in August - Arch, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Arch, NM

Average humidity in August - Arch, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

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Average rainfall in August
Arch, NM

Average rainfall in August - Arch, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in August
Arch, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Arch, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Arch, NM

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Arch, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Arch, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Arch, NM
  • 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Arch, NM

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

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Average UV index in August
Arch, NM

Average UV index in August - Arch, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Arch, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Arch, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in August
Arch, NM

Average visibility in August - Arch, 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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