August weather forecast
Mount Crested Butte, CO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Mount Crested Butte, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C), showing a slight difference from July's 67.6°F (19.8°C). Nighttime temperatures throughout August register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In Mount Crested Butte, during August, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Crested Butte, in August, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Mount Crested Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 159 days and aggregates up to 149.53" (3798mm) of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Mount Crested Butte is 11.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Mount Crested Butte, in August, the average high-temperature is 64.6°F (18.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Mount Crested Butte?

In August, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Mount Crested Butte, in August, during 19.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in August?

In Mount Crested Butte, during August, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August in Mount Crested Butte?

The average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Mount Crested Butte, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Crested Butte have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
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Average temperature in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in August
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Average pressure in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
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Average snowfall in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (23.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

Average snowfall days in August
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Average snowfall days in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mount Crested Butte, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mount Crested Butte, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
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Average cloud cover in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in August
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Average visibility in August - Mount Crested Butte, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, 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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