August weather forecastEmpire, CO
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also an agreeable month in Empire, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C).Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C), closely aligned with July's 70°F (21.1°C). Empire, in the heat of August, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 55%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.5 days. Throughout August, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 23.07" (586mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Empire, in August, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 127.6 snowfall days, and 93.94" (2386mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:35 pm MDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 11.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during August leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Empire, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 68.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 42.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (8.1°F).
Average pressure in August
Empire, CO
- Average pressure in August: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Empire, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Empire, CO
- Average humidity in August: 55%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).
Average rainfall in August
Empire, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Empire, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Empire, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is May (17.48").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").
Average snowfall days in August
Empire, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Empire, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Empire, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Empire, CO
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Empire, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in August
Empire, CO
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
