August weather forecast
Telluride, CO

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The scenic setting of the ski resort spot town of Telluride in Colorado
The scenic setting of the ski resort spot town of Telluride in Colorado

Weather in August

In August, Telluride, Colorado still experiences pleasant summer weather. The slight dip in temperature from July is hardly noticeable, and the rich natural beauty of the city remains on display. A slight increase in rainfall contributes to the 0.16" (4mm) of snowfall, providing a refreshing respite from the warm summer days.

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Throughout August, Telluride acknowledges a distinct difference between its daytime highs and the steady low average of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Telluride, in August, during 17.9 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In August, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout August, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 snowfall days, and 123.82" (3145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during August morphs into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?

In Telluride, in August, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Telluride?

In Telluride, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Telluride, in August, during 17.9 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in August?

In Telluride, in August, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Telluride have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Telluride have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in August
Telluride, CO

Average temperature in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in August
Telluride, CO

Average pressure in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Telluride, CO

Average wind speed in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in August
Telluride, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

Average rainfall in August
Telluride, CO

Average rainfall in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in August
Telluride, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Telluride, CO

Average snowfall in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in August
Telluride, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Telluride, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Telluride, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Telluride, CO

Average UV index in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 4

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

Average cloud cover in August
Telluride, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Telluride, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August
Telluride, CO

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

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

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