August weather forecastBasalt, CO
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Basalt, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).Temperature
Basalt's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. Basalt reports a steady low-temperature average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) throughout August, revealing a large deviation from the daytime high.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 53%.Rainfall
In Basalt, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Basalt, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.7 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Basalt, Colorado, snow does not fall in July and August.Daylight
In Basalt, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 40min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Basalt, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.UV index
In Basalt, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Basalt, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in August
Basalt, CO
- Average pressure in August: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Basalt, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Basalt, CO
- Average humidity in August: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).
Average rainfall in August
Basalt, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Basalt, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Basalt, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.94").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Basalt, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Basalt, CO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Basalt, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Basalt, CO
- Average UV index in August: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Basalt, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Basalt, CO
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
