Ruidoso Weather in August

The climate in Ruidoso during August can be summarized as mild and damp.

August is in the summer in Ruidoso and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 9°C (49°F) is normal.

On average August is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Ruidoso with around 107mm 4.2 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Ruidoso in August 2025.