August weather forecast
Fort Laramie, WY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, with an average temperature varying between 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

Fort Laramie's August reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. Despite the drastic temperature difference, Fort Laramie records an average nighttime low of 61.2°F (16.2°C) throughout August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 44%.

Rainfall

In August, in Fort Laramie, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout August, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.8 rainfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Laramie, snow does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Fort Laramie is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fort Laramie. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Fort Laramie in August?

In Fort Laramie, in August, the average high-temperature is 86.5°F (30.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fort Laramie?

In Fort Laramie, the average relative humidity in August is 44%.

How many days does it rain in August in Fort Laramie?

In August, in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout August, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Laramie?

June through August are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Fort Laramie in August?

In Fort Laramie, Wyoming, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Laramie have in August?

In Fort Laramie, the average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Fort Laramie?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Laramie, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:33 pm MDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Fort Laramie?

The months with the most sunshine in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, are July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Laramie have in August?

In Fort Laramie, Wyoming, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Fort Laramie?

The months with the highest UV index in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Fort Laramie?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Laramie, Wyoming, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average temperature in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.8°F).

Average pressure in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average pressure in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average wind speed in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average humidity in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average humidity in August: 44%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (43%).

Average rainfall in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average rainfall in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average rainfall days in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average snowfall in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average snowfall days in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average sunshine days in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average UV index in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • 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
Fort Laramie, WY

Average cloud cover in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in August
Fort Laramie, WY

Average visibility in August - Fort Laramie, WY
  • 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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