Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Drake's weather, upon August's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C), nearly identical to the prior month. The month of August sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) in Drake, Colorado.Heat index
August's average heat index is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 45%.Rainfall
In Drake, in August, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Drake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Drake, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Drake, Colorado, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.UV index
In Drake, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in August
Drake, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 81.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 54.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Drake, CO
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Drake, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Drake, CO
- Average humidity in August: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (45%).
Average rainfall in August
Drake, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Drake, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Drake, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Drake, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Drake, CO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- 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 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Drake, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Drake, CO
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Drake, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Drake, 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).
Drake, Colorado, USA
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