August weather forecast
Durango, CO

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A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton
A railway passing through the high rocks and cliffs of San Juan Mountains, with an old steam engine train from Durango, Colorado to Silverton

Weather in August

August maintains the rhythm of the preceding month in Durango with a consistent high of 73.9°F (23.3°C). It blends the summer warmth with frequent rain showers which continue from July. The landscapes remain lush and vibrant, making it an ideal time for hiking and exploring the scenic trails. With daylight hours gradually reducing, the city starts transitioning from the peak of summer towards the arrival of fall.

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C), nearly identical to July's 76.3°F (24.6°C). Durango's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

In Durango, in August, during 18.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Durango, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Durango, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Durango, Colorado, is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, in Durango, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Durango. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Durango?

During August, Durango experiences an average high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Durango?

In August, the average relative humidity in Durango is 53%.

How much does it rain in Durango in August?

In Durango, in August, during 18.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Durango?

June through September are months without snowfall.

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

In Durango, the average day length in August is 13h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Durango?

On the first day of August in Durango, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Durango?

In Durango, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Durango?

The months with the highest UV index in Durango, Colorado, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in Durango?

In Durango, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Durango, CO

Average temperature in August - Durango, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Durango, CO

Average pressure in August - Durango, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Durango, CO

Average wind speed in August - Durango, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in August
Durango, CO

Average humidity in August - Durango, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

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Average rainfall in August
Durango, CO

Average rainfall in August - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in August
Durango, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Durango, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Durango, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Durango, CO
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Durango, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Durango, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Durango, CO

Average UV index in August - Durango, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Durango, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Durango, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in August
Durango, CO

Average visibility in August - Durango, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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