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
Highlands Ranch's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), nearly consistent with the 85.6°F (29.8°C) of July. Highlands Ranch reports a sharp reduction in temperature during August, averaging at a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index value for August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are June and August, with an average relative humidity of 42%.Rainfall
In Highlands Ranch, in August, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77.1 rainfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Highlands Ranch, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 11.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Average temperature in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 84.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average humidity in August: 42%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (42%).
Average rainfall in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Highlands Ranch, 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 4min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Highlands Ranch, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Highlands Ranch, 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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