August 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Santa Fe. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 27°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Santa Fe right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Santa Fe
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Santa Fe Weather Forecast for August 18
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Santa Fe in August
Based on historical data for August 18, Santa Fe typically experiences temperatures between 14.9°C and 27°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Santa Fe
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
27°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
27°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
37%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.3 hPa
Low volatility
Santa Fe Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Index
27°C
Feels hotter
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~33
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Santa Fe
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:26
☀️ Noon
12:09
🌇 Sunset
18:51
⏱️ Daylight
13h 25m
Wind Speed
16.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
43%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Santa Fe
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Santa Fe on August 18 averages 27°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Santa Fe Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Santa Fe Worth Visiting on August 18?
Planning a trip to Santa Fe on August 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 33 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.9°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 13.1°C in 2016.