August weather forecast
Estancia, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Estancia, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 61°F (16.1°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C).

Temperature

With the advent of August, Estancia's high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C), closely aligning with the preceding month. Estancia's nighttime temperatures in August reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 61°F (16.1°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge 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

In August, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Estancia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.3 days and collects up to 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Estancia, New Mexico.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Estancia is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Estancia. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Estancia in August?

In Estancia, 82.8°F (28.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 61°F (16.1°C) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Estancia?

In Estancia, the average relative humidity in August is 46%.

How many days does it rain in August in Estancia?

In August, in Estancia, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout August, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Estancia?

June through September are months without snowfall in Estancia, New Mexico.

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

In August, the average day length in Estancia is 13h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Estancia?

On the first day of August in Estancia, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Estancia?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Estancia is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Estancia?

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 Estancia?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Estancia is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Estancia, NM

Average temperature in August - Estancia, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 82.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in August
Estancia, NM

Average pressure in August - Estancia, 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
Estancia, NM

Average wind speed in August - Estancia, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in August
Estancia, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in August
Estancia, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Estancia, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Estancia, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Estancia, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Estancia, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.8 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
Estancia, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Estancia, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Estancia, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Estancia, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Estancia, NM

Average UV index in August - Estancia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Estancia, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Estancia, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in August
Estancia, NM

Average visibility in August - Estancia, 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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