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
The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C), hardly deviating from July. A steady average of 58.1°F (14.5°C) throughout August in Fort Carson underscores a considerable divergence from the daytime high.Heat index
The heat index value for August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 47%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout August, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Carson, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Fort Carson, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In Fort Carson, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:30 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Fort Carson, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 81.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Carson, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average humidity in August: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Carson, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Carson, CO
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Fort Carson, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Fort Carson, 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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