August weather forecast
Orchard Mesa, CO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.8°F (14.9°C) and max 84.2°F (29°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August reveals an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. With the onset of night in August, Orchard Mesa reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Orchard Mesa is 38%.

Rainfall

In Orchard Mesa, during August, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.6 rainfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Orchard Mesa.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Orchard Mesa is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:45 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Orchard Mesa, the average sunshine in August is 11.9h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Orchard Mesa in August?

In August, in Orchard Mesa, the average high-temperature is 84.2°F (29°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Orchard Mesa?

In August, the average relative humidity is 38%.

How many days does it rain in August in Orchard Mesa?

In Orchard Mesa, in August, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Orchard Mesa?

In Orchard Mesa, snow does not fall in May through September.

How many hours of daylight does Orchard Mesa have in August?

In Orchard Mesa, the average day length in August is 13h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Orchard Mesa?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orchard Mesa, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:45 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard Mesa have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 11.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Orchard Mesa?

The months with the highest UV index in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Orchard Mesa?

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

Average temperature in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 84.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average pressure in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average wind speed in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average humidity in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average rainfall in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

Average rainfall days in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average snowfall in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orchard Mesa, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average UV index in August - Orchard Mesa, 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
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average visibility in August - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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