August weather forecast
McAlister, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in McAlister, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 68.2°F (20.1°C) and max 90.1°F (32.3°C).

Temperature

The initiation of August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.1°F (32.3°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. McAlister logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during August, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in McAlister is 46%.

Rainfall

In McAlister, during August, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in McAlister, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In McAlister, New Mexico, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of August, in McAlister, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in McAlister in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in McAlister, is 90.1°F (32.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.2°F (20.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in August in McAlister?

In August, the average relative humidity in McAlister, New Mexico, is 46%.

How much does it rain in McAlister in August?

In McAlister, in August, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in McAlister?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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

In August, the average day length in McAlister, New Mexico, is 13h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in McAlister?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McAlister have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in McAlister, New Mexico, is 11.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in McAlister?

The months with the highest UV index in McAlister, New Mexico, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in August in McAlister?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in McAlister, New Mexico, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
McAlister, NM

Average temperature in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
McAlister, NM

Average pressure in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
McAlister, NM

Average wind speed in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
McAlister, NM

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

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Average rainfall in August
McAlister, NM

Average rainfall in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in August
McAlister, NM

Average rainfall days in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
McAlister, NM

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
McAlister, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
McAlister, NM

Average sunshine days in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

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Average UV index in August
McAlister, NM

Average UV index in August - McAlister, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
McAlister, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in August
McAlister, NM

Average visibility in August - McAlister, 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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