August weather forecast
Santa Clara, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Santa Clara, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64°F (17.8°C) and max 82°F (27.8°C).

Temperature

Santa Clara's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), showing minor disparity from July's 84°F (28.9°C). Throughout August, the average low-temperature dips to an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C).

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Santa Clara is 49%.

Rainfall

In Santa Clara, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.7 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall in Santa Clara, New Mexico.

Daylight

In Santa Clara, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Santa Clara is 11.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Santa Clara in August?

In Santa Clara, in August, the average high-temperature is 82°F (27.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Santa Clara?

In Santa Clara, the average relative humidity in August is 49%.

How many days does it rain in August in Santa Clara?

In Santa Clara, New Mexico, in August, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Santa Clara?

April through September are months without snowfall in Santa Clara.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Clara have in August?

The average day length in August in Santa Clara, New Mexico, is 13h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Santa Clara?

On the first day of August in Santa Clara, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Clara have in August?

In Santa Clara, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Santa Clara?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Clara, New Mexico.

What is the UV index reading in August in Santa Clara?

In Santa Clara, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average temperature in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 64°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average pressure in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average wind speed in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average humidity in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

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Average rainfall in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average rainfall in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average snowfall in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 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
Santa Clara, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Santa Clara, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average UV index in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Santa Clara, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Santa Clara, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Santa Clara, NM

Average visibility in August - Santa Clara, 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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