August weather forecastFort Lupton, CO
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Fort Lupton, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and an average high of 87.8°F (31°C).Temperature
August experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.8°F (31°C), barely different from July's 88.9°F (31.6°C). A marked drop from daytime peak temperatures to an average low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) is observed during the nights in August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Humidity
The least humid month in Fort Lupton, Colorado, is August, with an average relative humidity of 41%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout August, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Lupton, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Fort Lupton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Fort Lupton, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 87.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average humidity in August: 41%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Lupton, 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
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 42min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Lupton, 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
Fort Lupton, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Fort Lupton, 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).
