Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.8°F (31°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Platteville's average nighttime temperatures present a clear contrast to its daytime highs, measured at a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) in August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Platteville, Colorado, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 42%.Rainfall
In Platteville, in August, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Platteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 43min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Platteville, Colorado, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Platteville during August?
What are the least humid months in Platteville?
What is the average humidity in August in Platteville?
How many days does it rain in August in Platteville?
When it does not snow in Platteville?
How many hours of daylight does Platteville have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Platteville?
How many hours of sunshine does Platteville have in August?
When is the highest UV index in Platteville?
What is the UV index reading in August in Platteville?
Average temperature in August
Platteville, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 87.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 59.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Platteville, CO
- Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Platteville, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Platteville, CO
- Average humidity in August: 42%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (42%).
Average rainfall in August
Platteville, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.67").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.12").
Average rainfall days in August
Platteville, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Platteville, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Platteville, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Platteville, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Platteville, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Platteville, 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
Platteville, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Platteville, 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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