August weather forecast
Carlsbad, NM

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Weather in August

August in Carlsbad remains as warm as July, marking the peak of the summer season. The temperatures are consistent with the previous month, spanning from a minimum of 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a maximum of 93.7°F (34.3°C). The increase in rainfall from earlier summer months drops slightly, resulting in drier days. Unlike earlier summer months, however, August starts to hint at the approaching autumn as days gradually become shorter. The transition phase during August results in a dynamic and variable weather experience in Carlsbad.

Temperature

Carlsbad's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still tropical 93.7°F (34.3°C), mirroring the conditions of the previous month. August witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Carlsbad, New Mexico, is 39%.

Rainfall

In August, in Carlsbad, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout August, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.1 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Carlsbad, New Mexico, is 13h and 18min.
On the first day of August in Carlsbad, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Carlsbad, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Carlsbad. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Carlsbad in August?

In August, in Carlsbad, the average high-temperature is 93.7°F (34.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 74.8°F (23.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Carlsbad?

In August, the average relative humidity in Carlsbad, New Mexico, is 39%.

How much does it rain in Carlsbad in August?

In Carlsbad, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Carlsbad?

In Carlsbad, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

In Carlsbad, the average day length in August is 13h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Carlsbad?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carlsbad, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Carlsbad?

The average sunshine duration in August in Carlsbad is 11.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Carlsbad?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Carlsbad?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Carlsbad is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average temperature in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 93.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 74.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average pressure in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average wind speed in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average humidity in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).

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Average rainfall in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average rainfall in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • 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: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Carlsbad, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Carlsbad, NM

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

The months with the most cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in August
Carlsbad, NM

Average visibility in August - Carlsbad, 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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