August weather forecast
Henderson, CO

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Henderson, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 88.2°F (31.2°C).

Temperature

The shift to August signals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.2°F (31.2°C), subtly varied from July's 88.9°F (31.6°C). During August, Henderson notes a substantial drop from the daytime peak to an average minimum temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 40%.

Rainfall

In August, in Henderson, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout August, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Henderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Henderson.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Henderson 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, in Henderson, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Henderson, Colorado, the average sunshine in August is 11.7h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Henderson. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Henderson in August?

During August, Henderson experiences an average high-temperature of 88.2°F (31.2°C) and a low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Henderson?

The least humid month in Henderson is August, with an average relative humidity of 40%.

What is the average humidity in August in Henderson?

In Henderson, the average relative humidity in August is 40%.

How many days does it rain in August in Henderson?

In Henderson, during August, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Henderson?

In Henderson, Colorado, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Henderson have in August?

In August, the average day length in Henderson is 13h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Henderson?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Henderson, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Henderson have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Henderson is 11.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Henderson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Henderson?

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

Average temperature in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.2°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 (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.4°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).

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Average pressure in August
Henderson, CO

Average pressure in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Henderson, CO

Average wind speed in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Henderson, CO

Average humidity in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 40%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

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Average rainfall in August
Henderson, CO

Average rainfall in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in August
Henderson, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Henderson, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Henderson, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Henderson, CO

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

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Henderson, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Henderson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Henderson, CO

Average UV index in August - Henderson, 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
Henderson, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in August
Henderson, CO

Average visibility in August - Henderson, 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).

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