Temperatures in August
It's cool to moderate in August in Rocky Mountains with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 9°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Rocky Mountains in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Rocky Mountains with mild temperatures, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights close to 8°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 18°C, with nights close to 6°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Rocky Mountains will be around 15°C, with nights close to 4°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 106 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,3 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 46% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Rocky Mountains. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Rocky Mountains in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
11°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
106 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Rocky Mountains?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Rocky Mountains. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Rocky Mountains in August
With 28°C, Rocky Mountains hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -5°C to a high of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Rocky Mountains
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Rocky Mountains, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Rocky Mountains
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Rocky Mountains, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 14 days of rain in Rocky Mountains.
Daily Snowfall in August in Rocky Mountains
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in August in Rocky Mountains, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in August.
Daily UV Index in August in Rocky Mountains
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Rocky Mountains, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Rocky Mountains Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Rocky Mountains, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Rocky Mountains Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Rocky Mountains, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in August in Rocky Mountains per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in August in Rocky Mountains, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in August for Rocky Mountains
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Average Weather in Rocky Mountains by Month
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