August weather forecast
Fruita, CO

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Weather in August

The Fruita weather story in August carries on the summer theme from July. With the city mostly bathed in sunshine, the days extend invitations for endless outdoor potential. Climbing to 83.7°F (28.7°C), temperatures reach their zenith but the cooling breezes ensure comfort. While the rainfall increases slightly to 0.94" (24mm), water enthusiasts can look forward a profusion of water-based activities. The month spells vacation with long, lazy days of bronze-colored afternoons and twilight gatherings.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Fruita's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a warm 83.7°F (28.7°C) from July's 86.2°F (30.1°C). Fruita undergoes a major shift from daytime highs, averaging a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) during the night in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Fruita is 38%.

Rainfall

In August, in Fruita, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout August, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fruita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.7 days and collects up to 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Fruita.

Daylight

In Fruita, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of August, in Fruita, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:46 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Fruita is 11.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Fruita in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Fruita, records 83.7°F (28.7°C), while the low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fruita?

In August, the average relative humidity in Fruita is 38%.

How many days does it rain in August in Fruita?

In Fruita, in August, during 11.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fruita?

In Fruita, Colorado, snow does not fall in May through September.

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

The average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fruita?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fruita, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:46 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Fruita?

The average sunshine duration in August in Fruita is 11.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Fruita?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fruita?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Fruita, Colorado, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fruita, CO

Average temperature in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Fruita, CO

Average pressure in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Fruita, CO

Average wind speed in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Fruita, CO

Average humidity in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (30%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fruita, CO

Average rainfall in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fruita, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Fruita, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fruita, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fruita, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Fruita, CO

Average UV index in August - Fruita, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fruita, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Fruita, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in August
Fruita, CO

Average visibility in August - Fruita, 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).

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