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
The average high-temperature for August is a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Garfield experiences a nighttime temperature average of 68.7°F (20.4°C) during August.Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In Garfield, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
In Garfield, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.9 rainfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Garfield, New Mexico, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Garfield, New Mexico, is 13h and 19min.On the first day of August in Garfield, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Garfield, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Garfield is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in August in Garfield?
Average temperature in August
Garfield, NM
- Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 68.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Garfield, NM
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Garfield, NM
- Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Garfield, NM
- Average humidity in August: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (23%).
Average rainfall in August
Garfield, NM
- Average rainfall in August: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Garfield, NM
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Garfield, NM
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Garfield, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Garfield, 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: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Garfield, NM
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Garfield, 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
Garfield, NM
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in August
Garfield, 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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