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 arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.9°F (32.7°C), hardly diverging from July's 92.1°F (33.4°C). August nights in Salem experience a consistent temperature drop to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C).Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 40%.Rainfall
In Salem, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 83.2 rainfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Salem, snow does not fall in March through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of August in Salem, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Salem, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Salem. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Salem, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 90.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in August
Salem, NM
- Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Salem, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Salem, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Salem, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Salem, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salem, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Salem, NM
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salem, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salem, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Salem, NM
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Salem, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in August
Salem, 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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