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
As Tatum steps into August, the average high-temperature is a still tropical 91°F (32.8°C), identical to July. During August nights, Tatum records an average temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 are primarily vital for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Humidity
In Tatum, the average relative humidity in August is 43%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout August, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Tatum, New Mexico.Daylight
In Tatum, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, in Tatum, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
In Tatum, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability 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:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Tatum, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 91°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 71.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Tatum, NM
- Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Tatum, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Tatum, NM
- Average humidity in August: 43%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).
Average rainfall in August
Tatum, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").
Average rainfall days in August
Tatum, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Tatum, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Tatum, NM
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tatum, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Tatum, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Tatum, NM
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Tatum, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in August
Tatum, 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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