August weather forecastFort Morgan, CO
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Fort Morgan, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63°F (17.2°C) and 86.7°F (30.4°C).Temperature
The arrival of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 86.7°F (30.4°C), nearly identical to July's 88.7°F (31.5°C). Fort Morgan anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during August nights, with an average low of 63°F (17.2°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Humidity
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 45%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Fort Morgan, in August, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Morgan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104 days and collects up to 12.09" (307mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall in Fort Morgan.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Fort Morgan is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:27 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.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 health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 86.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 63°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average humidity in August: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).
Average rainfall in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").
Average rainfall days in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fort Morgan, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fort Morgan, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Fort Morgan, 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 Morgan, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Fort Morgan, 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).
