August weather forecast
Estes Park, CO

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Weather in August

August experiences a slight drop in temperature, yet retains the warmth of July. Estes Park receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, a bit less than that in July, but enough to keep the environment refreshed. The city experiences close to 13.7 hours of daylight, providing ample time for residents and visitors to enjoy the outdoors. The wind speed slightly decreases in comparison to the previous month, providing a calming atmosphere despite the summer heat.

Temperature

August experiences an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C), barely different from July's 72.5°F (22.5°C). Despite high daytime temperatures, the average temperature lowers to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In Estes Park, the average relative humidity in August is 52%.

Rainfall

In Estes Park, in August, during 14.7 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Estes Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.1 days and aggregates up to 105.67" (2684mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.1h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during August leads to these advisories:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Estes Park in August?

In Estes Park, 71.2°F (21.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.7°F (8.7°C) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Estes Park, the average relative humidity in August is 52%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout August, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Estes Park?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Estes Park have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Estes Park, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Estes Park, CO

Average temperature in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (12.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Estes Park, CO

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

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

Average wind speed in August
Estes Park, CO

Average wind speed in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Estes Park, CO

Average humidity in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in August
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in August
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in August
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (21.3").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Estes Park, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Estes Park, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Estes Park, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Estes Park, CO

Average UV index in August - Estes Park, 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
Estes Park, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Estes Park, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in August
Estes Park, CO

Average visibility in August - Estes Park, 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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