August weather forecastWhite Sands, NM
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in White Sands, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 90.1°F (32.3°C) and min 72°F (22.2°C).Temperature
August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C) from July's 91.4°F (33°C). In the month of August, White Sands experiences an average low-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C).Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humidity
In White Sands, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout August, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In White Sands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.3 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In White Sands, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
White Sands, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in August
White Sands, 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).
Average wind speed in August
White Sands, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
White Sands, NM
- Average humidity in August: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).
Average rainfall in August
White Sands, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
White Sands, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in August
White Sands, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
White Sands, NM
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 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
White Sands, NM
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
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 48min
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
White Sands, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in August
White Sands, NM
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
White Sands, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in August
White Sands, 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).
