August weather forecast
Las Animas, CO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Las Animas, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 90.1°F (32.3°C) and an average low of 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.1°F (32.3°C), slightly deviating from July's 92.8°F (33.8°C). In Las Animas, an average nighttime temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) is expected during August.

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Las Animas, the average relative humidity in August is 43%.

Rainfall

In Las Animas, during August, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Las Animas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.9 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Las Animas, Colorado, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.8h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Las Animas, is 90.1°F (32.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Las Animas, Colorado, the average relative humidity in August is 43%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Las Animas, during August, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Las Animas, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Las Animas have in August?

In Las Animas, the average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Las Animas have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Las Animas?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Las Animas, CO

Average temperature in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.6°F).

Average pressure in August
Las Animas, CO

Average pressure in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Las Animas, CO

Average wind speed in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Las Animas, CO

Average humidity in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in August
Las Animas, CO

Average rainfall in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
Las Animas, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Las Animas, CO

Average snowfall in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Las Animas, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Las Animas, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Las Animas, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Las Animas, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Las Animas, CO

Average UV index in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Las Animas, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Las Animas, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August
Las Animas, CO

Average visibility in August - Las Animas, 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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