August weather forecast
Alamosa, CO

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A vast field near the iconic dune field in Alamosa, Colorado, with a back view of the vast brown sandy dune hotbed and distant mountain ranges
A vast field near the iconic dune field in Alamosa, Colorado, with a back view of the vast brown sandy dune hotbed and distant mountain ranges

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Alamosa, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) from July's 81°F (27.2°C). Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature in Alamosa lowers to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) throughout August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Alamosa is 50%.

Rainfall

In Alamosa, in August, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alamosa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.3 days and collects up to 7.24" (184mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Alamosa, Colorado.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August in Alamosa, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Alamosa, Colorado, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Alamosa?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alamosa, Colorado, during August are 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Alamosa?

In Alamosa, Colorado, the average relative humidity in August is 50%.

How much does it rain in Alamosa in August?

In Alamosa, during August, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Alamosa?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Alamosa have in August?

The average day length in August in Alamosa is 13h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Alamosa?

On the first day of August in Alamosa, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:33 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alamosa have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Alamosa is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Alamosa?

The months with the highest UV index in Alamosa, Colorado, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Alamosa?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Alamosa, CO

Average temperature in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Alamosa, CO

Average pressure in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Alamosa, CO

Average wind speed in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Alamosa, CO

Average humidity in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in August
Alamosa, CO

Average rainfall in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in August
Alamosa, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Alamosa, CO

Average snowfall in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Alamosa, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alamosa, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Alamosa, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Alamosa, CO

Average UV index in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Alamosa, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
Alamosa, CO

Average visibility in August - Alamosa, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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