August weather - Summer 2024 - White Sands National Monument, NM

Weather in August
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Average rainfall in August
Average rainfall days in August
Average snowfall in August
Average daylight in August

The stunning landscape of the White Sands National Monument in New Mexico

Weather in August

August paves the way for a slight dial down in temperatures while preserving the generalized summer feel. White Sands National Monument witnesses a decrease in daylight hours, indicating that summer is entering its twilight period. An upswing in rainfall can be observed, totaling 1.8" (46mm) spread across about seven days of the month. The hats-and-sunscreen season continues in concert with summer's close, with temperatures reaching a high of 94.6°F (34.8°C). Given the wetter conditions, dune exploration can proffer unique experiences as contrasts heighten between the white sands and dark rain clouds.

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 94.6°F (34.8°C) in White Sands National Monument, showing a slight difference from July's 97.2°F (36.2°C). White Sands National Monument, amid August nights, sees a noteworthy disparity from daily highs with an average temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in White Sands National Monument is August, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In White Sands National Monument, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in White Sands National Monument in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in White Sands National Monument, is 94.6°F (34.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C).

What is the wettest month in White Sands National Monument?

The month with the most rainfall in White Sands National Monument is August, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in White Sands National Monument in August?

In White Sands National Monument, during August, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in White Sands National Monument?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in White Sands National Monument?

The average day length in August in White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, is 13h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in White Sands National Monument?

On the first day of August in White Sands National Monument, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.

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Average high temperature

97.2°F 36.2°C

94.6°F 34.8°C

89°F 31.7°C

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Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average daylight

Average temperature in August
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average high temperature in August: 94.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (97.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.7°F).

Average low temperature in August: 61.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).

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Average rainfall in August
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall in August: 1.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.3").

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Average rainfall days in August
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average rainfall days in August: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March, April, May and November (2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
White Sands National Monument, NM

Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average daylight in August
White Sands National Monument, 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).

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August weather forecast
White Sands National Monument, NM

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