August weather forecast
Fort Stanton, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.4°F (15.2°C) and max 79.2°F (26.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 79.2°F (26.2°C), subtly varied from July's 80.2°F (26.8°C). During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Fort Stanton is 53%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Fort Stanton is August, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of August, in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:28 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, is 11.3h.

UV index

In Fort Stanton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Stanton in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, during August are 79.2°F (26.2°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Fort Stanton?

In August, the average relative humidity in Fort Stanton, New Mexico, is 53%.

What is the wettest month in Fort Stanton?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Fort Stanton, New Mexico. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Fort Stanton?

In Fort Stanton, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 4.41" (112mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Stanton?

In Fort Stanton, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Stanton have in August?

In Fort Stanton, New Mexico, the average day length in August is 13h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Fort Stanton?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:28 pm MDT.

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

In Fort Stanton, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Fort Stanton?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average temperature in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average pressure in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average wind speed in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average humidity in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average rainfall in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average snowfall in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 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
Fort Stanton, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fort Stanton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average UV index in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Fort Stanton, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Stanton, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, June, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in August
Fort Stanton, NM

Average visibility in August - Fort Stanton, 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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