August weather forecast
University Park, NM

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in University Park, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 72.9°F (22.7°C) and max 90.5°F (32.5°C).

Temperature

University Park notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.5°F (32.5°C) in August, displaying minor variation from July. Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to 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

The average relative humidity in August is 40%.

Rainfall

In University Park, during August, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.4 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in University Park in August?

In University Park, in August, the average high-temperature is 90.5°F (32.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August in University Park?

In August, the average relative humidity in University Park, New Mexico, is 40%.

How much does it rain in University Park in August?

In University 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 University Park?

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

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in August?

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

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

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

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

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in University Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in University Park?

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

Average temperature in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average pressure in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average wind speed in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average humidity in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average rainfall in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average rainfall days in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average snowfall in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average snowfall days in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average sunshine days in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average UV index in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average cloud cover in August - University 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
University Park, NM

Average visibility in August - University 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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