August weather forecastArapahoe, CO
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Arapahoe, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 87.1°F (30.6°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).Temperature
August commences with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.1°F (30.6°C), showing little deviation from July's 90°F (32.2°C). In Arapahoe, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 64.9°F (18.3°C) is anticipated during August.Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
In Arapahoe, the average relative humidity in August is 50%.Rainfall
In Arapahoe, Colorado, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arapahoe, there are 108.3 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Arapahoe.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Arapahoe is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of August, in Arapahoe, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:20 pm MDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Arapahoe is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 87.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average pressure in August: 29.89"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average humidity in August: 50%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (61%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (48%).
Average rainfall in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.61"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Arapahoe, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in August
Arapahoe, CO
- 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).
