August weather forecast
Jefferson, CO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in Jefferson, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Jefferson experiences an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Jefferson demonstrates a significant disparity from daytime highs throughout the month of August, with an average nighttime temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson, in August, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.4 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Jefferson, in August, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 158 days and aggregates up to 118.82" (3018mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Jefferson, Colorado, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Jefferson, the average sunshine in August is 11h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?

Jefferson in August has an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In August, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Jefferson, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in August?

In Jefferson, in August, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson have in August?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Jefferson, CO

Average temperature in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (0.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Jefferson, CO

Average pressure in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Jefferson, CO

Average wind speed in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in August
Jefferson, CO

Average humidity in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in August
Jefferson, CO

Average rainfall in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
Jefferson, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Jefferson, CO

Average snowfall in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (19.69").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.24").

Average snowfall days in August
Jefferson, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (22.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Jefferson, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Jefferson, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Jefferson, CO

Average UV index in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Jefferson, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August
Jefferson, CO

Average visibility in August - Jefferson, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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