August weather forecast
Edgewood, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Edgewood, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

Edgewood notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C) in August, hardly diverging from July. An average low-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) is common in Edgewood during the nights of August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Edgewood, the average relative humidity in August is 45%.

Rainfall

In Edgewood, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Edgewood, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Edgewood in August?

In Edgewood, in August, the average high-temperature is 82.9°F (28.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Edgewood?

In August, the average relative humidity in Edgewood is 45%.

How many days does it rain in August in Edgewood?

In Edgewood, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Edgewood?

In Edgewood, New Mexico, snow does not fall in June through September.

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

The average day length in August in Edgewood, New Mexico, is 13h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Edgewood?

On the first day of August in Edgewood, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Edgewood have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

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

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Edgewood?

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

Average temperature in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Edgewood, NM

Average pressure in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Edgewood, NM

Average wind speed in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Edgewood, NM

Average humidity in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).

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Average rainfall in August
Edgewood, NM

Average rainfall in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Edgewood, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Edgewood, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Edgewood, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • 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 January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Edgewood, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Edgewood, NM

Average UV index in August - Edgewood, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Edgewood, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in August
Edgewood, NM

Average visibility in August - Edgewood, 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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