August weather forecast
Fort Bayard, NM

Share

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fort Bayard, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82°F (27.8°C).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), slightly varied from July's 84°F (28.9°C). In Fort Bayard, an average temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is noted during August nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. 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. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 49%.

Rainfall

In Fort Bayard, in August, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Bayard, New Mexico, 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 in Fort Bayard, New Mexico.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Fort Bayard, New Mexico, is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Fort Bayard?

Fort Bayard in August has an average high-temperature of 82°F (27.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), 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 Fort Bayard?

In August, the average relative humidity in Fort Bayard is 49%.

How much does it rain in Fort Bayard in August?

In Fort Bayard, during August, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Bayard?

April through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Fort Bayard?

The average day length in August in Fort Bayard, New Mexico, is 13h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Fort Bayard?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Fort Bayard?

In Fort Bayard, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Fort Bayard?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fort Bayard, New Mexico.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fort Bayard?

In Fort Bayard, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average temperature in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average pressure in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average pressure in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average wind speed in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average humidity in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average humidity in August - Fort Bayard, 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%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average rainfall in August - Fort Bayard, 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").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average snowfall in August - Fort Bayard, 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").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Bayard, NM

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

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 4min

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).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average UV index in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average UV index in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Average visibility in August
Fort Bayard, NM

Average visibility in August - Fort Bayard, 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).

[Resources]

Fort Bayard, New Mexico, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location