August weather forecast
Atwood, CO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Atwood, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

August's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C) from July's 88.5°F (31.4°C). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted in Atwood during the month of August, with the average nighttime temperature settling at an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Atwood is 48%.

Rainfall

In Atwood, Colorado, in August, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atwood, there are 123.2 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Atwood.

Daylight

In Atwood, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MDT.

Sunshine

June and August, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Atwood in August?

August temperatures in Atwood vary between a high-temperature of 86.2°F (30.1°C) and a low-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Atwood?

In Atwood, Colorado, the average relative humidity in August is 48%.

How many days does it rain in August in Atwood?

In Atwood, during August, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Atwood?

June through September are months without snowfall in Atwood, Colorado.

What is the average length of the day in August in Atwood?

In August, the average day length in Atwood, Colorado, is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Atwood?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Atwood?

June and August, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Atwood have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Atwood, Colorado, is 11.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Atwood?

The months with the highest UV index in Atwood, Colorado, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Atwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Atwood, CO

Average temperature in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 86.2°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 63.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in August
Atwood, CO

Average pressure in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Atwood, CO

Average wind speed in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in August
Atwood, CO

Average humidity in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in August
Atwood, CO

Average rainfall in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in August
Atwood, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Atwood, CO

Average snowfall in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Atwood, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Atwood, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Atwood, CO

Average UV index in August - Atwood, CO
  • 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
Atwood, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Atwood, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in August
Atwood, CO

Average visibility in August - Atwood, 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).

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