August weather forecast
Colorado City, CO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Colorado City, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average high of 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C) from July's 86.2°F (30.1°C). A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) is witnessed in Colorado City during August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout August, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Colorado City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Colorado City, 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 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In Colorado City, in August, the average high-temperature is 84.6°F (29.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Colorado City, Colorado, during August, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Colorado City is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Colorado City, CO

Average temperature in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in August
Colorado City, CO

Average pressure in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Colorado City, CO

Average wind speed in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in August
Colorado City, CO

Average humidity in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in August
Colorado City, CO

Average rainfall in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in August
Colorado City, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Colorado City, CO

Average snowfall in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Colorado City, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colorado City, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Colorado City, 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 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 February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Colorado City, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Colorado City, CO

Average UV index in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Colorado City, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August
Colorado City, CO

Average visibility in August - Colorado City, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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