August weather forecast
Buena Vista, CO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another pleasant month in Buena Vista, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C), diverging marginally from July's 70.5°F (21.4°C). Buena Vista anticipates a considerable cooling off from the daytime high to an average minimum temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 56%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, in August, during 17.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buena Vista, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.6 days and aggregates up to 62.44" (1586mm) of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in August translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

In August, in Buena Vista, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Buena Vista?

In Buena Vista, the average relative humidity in August is 56%.

How much does it rain in Buena Vista in August?

In Buena Vista, during August, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August in Buena Vista?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Buena Vista?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Buena Vista, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average temperature in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (6.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average pressure in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average wind speed in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average humidity in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average rainfall in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average snowfall in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (11.02").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Buena Vista, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average UV index in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Buena Vista, CO

Average visibility in August - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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