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Abiquiú in August
Abiquiú edges cooler than July, with highs of 86°F (30°C), lows of 59°F (15°C) and about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 78/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (53 mm)
- Humidity
- 53%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 86°F (30°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 59°F (15°C), about 15°C (28°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is moderate at about 2.1 in (53 mm) for the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and September & October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 69/100 in July to 78/100.
- Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 59°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Abiquiú in August
Afternoons run hot (86°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Ghost Ranch
Red cliffs and badlands that O'Keeffe painted, with trails, museums and guided tours.
Why now August scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Abiquiú Lake
Reservoir backed by Pedernal and mesas, good for swimming and paddling.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort
Historic hot springs resort with soaking pools of different minerals.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Georgia O'Keeffe Home & Studio
Guided tour of the adobe home and studio where O'Keeffe lived and worked.
Vivác Winery
Family winery in Dixon making wines from high-altitude New Mexico grapes.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Nearby in August
- Santa Fe in August~42 mi · highs 84°F, 2.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Taos in August~44 mi · highs 83°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Albuquerque in August~80 mi · highs 92°F, 1.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in August~208 mi · highs 76°F, 1.8 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,346 m to Abiquiú's ~1,849 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Abiquiú in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Abiquiú?
It's middling, scoring 78/100. The best months are April & May and September & October, at up to 98. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain. Our Northern New Mexico High Desert route recommends Mar – May, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Abiquiú in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Abiquiú in August?
Not much: about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.2 in (386 mm).
What should I pack for Abiquiú in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 59°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Abiquiú in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.