August weather forecast
Crested Butte, CO

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Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back
Scenic wooden holiday homes amid trees and great scenery in a village in Crested Butte, Colorado, a view of the snowy Mount Butte in the back

Weather in August

In Crested Butte, August weather continues with the summer pattern established in July. It holds onto the warm temperatures, comfortable winds and a decreased rainfall amount to 2.87" (73mm). This time is perfect for exploring nature's bounties without any rush as the weather is ideal for a variety of outdoor activities. The reduction in rainfall counters any disruptions for any planned outdoor pursuits. As the month concludes, residents and visitors alike brace themselves for the onset of fall come September.

Temperature

August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C), almost identical to the preceding month. Crested Butte endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In Crested Butte, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In Crested Butte, during August, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Crested Butte, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Crested Butte, in August, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crested Butte, there are 159 snowfall days, and 149.53" (3798mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Crested Butte is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Crested Butte, the average sunshine in August is 11.3h.

UV index

In Crested Butte, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in August interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Crested Butte in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Crested Butte?

In Crested Butte, Colorado, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

How many days does it rain in August in Crested Butte?

In August, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout August, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Crested Butte in August?

In Crested Butte, Colorado, during August, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August in Crested Butte?

The average day length in August in Crested Butte is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Crested Butte?

On the first day of August in Crested Butte, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:39 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Crested Butte have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Crested Butte, Colorado, is 11.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Crested Butte?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Crested Butte, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average temperature in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

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Average pressure in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average pressure in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average wind speed in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average humidity in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (23.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.16").

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Average snowfall days in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.7 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Crested Butte, CO

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average UV index in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in August
Crested Butte, CO

Average visibility in August - Crested Butte, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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