Temperatures in August
It's cool to moderate in August in Colorado with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 8°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Colorado 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 Colorado with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°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 rises to around 16°C, with nights close to 8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Colorado will be around 16°C, with nights close to 7°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The average precipitation chance is 29% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Colorado. 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.
Colorado in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
17°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
32 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Colorado?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Colorado. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Colorado in August
With 26°C, Colorado hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -3°C to a high of 12°C.
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The climate of Colorado is based on weather data from . Other spots, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Colorado for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in August in Colorado
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Colorado, 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 Colorado
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Colorado, 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 9 days of rain in Colorado.
Daily UV Index in August in Colorado
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Colorado, 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 Colorado Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Colorado, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Colorado Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Colorado, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Colorado
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Colorado. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Colorado by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Colorado. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
