August weather forecast
Standing Rock, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Standing Rock, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 80.6°F (27°C).

Temperature

During August, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) marks the month of August in Standing Rock.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

In Standing Rock, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

In Standing Rock, in August, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Standing Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.2 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Standing Rock, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Standing Rock, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of August, in Standing Rock, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Standing Rock is 11.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Standing Rock, New Mexico, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Standing Rock?

Standing Rock in August has an average high-temperature of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Standing Rock?

In Standing Rock, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

How many days does it rain in August in Standing Rock?

In Standing Rock, in August, during 11.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Standing Rock?

June through September are months without snowfall in Standing Rock.

How many hours of daylight does Standing Rock have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Standing Rock?

On the first day of August in Standing Rock, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Standing Rock have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Standing Rock?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Standing Rock?

In Standing Rock, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average temperature in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average high temperature in August: 80.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average pressure in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average wind speed in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average humidity in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average humidity in August: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

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Average rainfall in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average rainfall in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average rainfall days in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.6 days

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

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Average snowfall in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average snowfall in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average snowfall days in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average sunshine days in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average UV index in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average cloud cover in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in August
Standing Rock, NM

Average visibility in August - Standing Rock, NM
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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