Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. In August, the nighttime temperature in Ruidoso Downs lowers to an average of 60.3°F (15.7°C).Humidity
In Ruidoso Downs, the average relative humidity in August is 53%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ruidoso Downs, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Ruidoso Downs is 13h and 21min.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.
Sunshine
In Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, the average sunshine in August is 11.6h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruidoso Downs is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Ruidoso Downs in August?
What is the average humidity in August in Ruidoso Downs?
What is the rainiest month in Ruidoso Downs?
How many days does it rain in August in Ruidoso Downs?
When it does not snow in Ruidoso Downs?
How many hours of daylight does Ruidoso Downs have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Ruidoso Downs?
How long on average sun shines in August in Ruidoso Downs?
What is the UV index reading in August in Ruidoso Downs?
Average temperature in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 60.3°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 (27.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Ruidoso Downs, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average humidity in August: 53%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).
Average rainfall in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 4.53"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ruidoso Downs, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Ruidoso Downs, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in August
Ruidoso Downs, 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).
Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, USA
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