August weather forecastCliff, NM
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Cliff, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82°F (27.8°C).Temperature
As Cliff welcomes August, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C), showing little deviation from July's 84°F (28.9°C). The mean low-temperature during August nights is a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 49%.Rainfall
In Cliff, in August, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cliff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:40 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Cliff is 11.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Cliff, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Cliff, NM
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Cliff, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).
Average humidity in August
Cliff, NM
- Average humidity in August: 49%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).
Average rainfall in August
Cliff, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").
Average rainfall days in August
Cliff, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Cliff, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Cliff, NM
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cliff, NM
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Cliff, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Cliff, NM
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Cliff, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in August
Cliff, 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).
