August weather forecast
Glenwood Springs, CO

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The natural beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in the tourist spot of the Hanging Lake
The natural beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, in the tourist spot of the Hanging Lake

Weather in August

Weather in August remains relatively consistent with July in Glenwood Springs. Despite a marginal decrease in high temperatures, August experiences only minimal precipitation with 0.79" (20mm) of rainfall recorded. The city's natural beauty unfolds, making August an ideal period for outdoor exploration. As the month ends, a noticeable shift towards cooler temperatures sets the stage for the upcoming autumn season.

Temperature

Glenwood Springs measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Glenwood Springs documents a significant temperature variance in August, with the mean nighttime lows settling at a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 50%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood Springs, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Glenwood Springs, snow does not fall in July through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August in Glenwood Springs, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

June through August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

The high-temperature, in August, in Glenwood Springs, is 76.3°F (24.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Glenwood Springs, the average relative humidity in August is 50%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Glenwood Springs, in August, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Glenwood Springs, snow does not fall in July through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Glenwood Springs, the average day length in August is 13h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

June through August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August?

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 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Glenwood Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average temperature in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average pressure in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average wind speed in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average humidity in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (47%).

Average rainfall in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average rainfall in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average snowfall in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average UV index in August - Glenwood Springs, 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
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
Glenwood Springs, CO

Average visibility in August - Glenwood Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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