August weather forecast
Mesilla Park, NM

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Mesilla Park, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. During the month of August, Mesilla Park experiences a steady low-temperature average of 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

In Mesilla Park, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mesilla Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mesilla Park, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In Mesilla Park, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of August, in Mesilla Park, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mesilla Park, New Mexico, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Mesilla Park in August?

During August, Mesilla Park experiences an average high-temperature of 90.5°F (32.5°C) and a low-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°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 calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Mesilla Park?

In August, the average relative humidity in Mesilla Park is 40%.

How many days does it rain in August in Mesilla Park?

In Mesilla Park, during August, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mesilla Park?

March through October are months without snowfall in Mesilla Park, New Mexico.

What is the average length of the day in August in Mesilla Park?

In August, the average day length in Mesilla Park is 13h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Mesilla Park?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mesilla Park, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Mesilla Park?

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

When is the highest UV index in Mesilla Park?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Mesilla Park?

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

Average temperature in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average pressure in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average wind speed in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average humidity in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average rainfall in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average snowfall in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mesilla Park, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • 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: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and April (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average UV index in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Mesilla Park, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in August
Mesilla Park, NM

Average visibility in August - Mesilla Park, 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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