August weather forecast
Durango, CO

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A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton
A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton

Weather in August

August maintains the rhythm of the preceding month in Durango with a consistent high of 73.9°F (23.3°C). It blends the summer warmth with frequent rain showers which continue from July. The landscapes remain lush and vibrant, making it an ideal time for hiking and exploring the scenic trails. With daylight hours gradually reducing, the city starts transitioning from the peak of summer towards the arrival of fall.

Temperature

August's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C), showing little deviation from July's 76.3°F (24.6°C). The nighttime temperature during August exhibits a clear drop from daytime highs, settling at a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.7 days. Throughout August, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Durango, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Durango, the average sunshine in August is 11.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Durango, is 73.9°F (23.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 53%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Durango, in August, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Durango have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Durango?

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

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Durango, CO

Average temperature in August - Durango, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Durango, CO

Average wind speed in August - Durango, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Durango, CO

Average humidity in August - Durango, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in August
Durango, CO

Average rainfall in August - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in August
Durango, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Durango, CO
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Durango, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Durango, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Durango, CO

Average UV index in August - Durango, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Durango, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Durango, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
Durango, CO

Average visibility in August - Durango, 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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