August weather forecast
Thornton, CO

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Thornton, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 87.1°F (30.6°C) and min 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 87.1°F (30.6°C), nearly identical to July's 88.3°F (31.3°C). Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature lowers to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) throughout August.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

Rainfall

In Thornton, in August, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.3 days and collects up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Thornton, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Thornton, Colorado, is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Thornton 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Thornton in August?

Thornton in August has an average high-temperature of 87.1°F (30.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Thornton?

The least humid month in Thornton is August, with an average relative humidity of 39%.

What is the average humidity in August in Thornton?

The average relative humidity in August in Thornton, Colorado, is 39%.

How many days does it rain in August in Thornton?

In Thornton, in August, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Thornton?

In Thornton, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in August?

In Thornton, Colorado, the average day length in August is 13h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Thornton?

On the first day of August in Thornton, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:32 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton have in August?

In Thornton, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in August in Thornton?

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

Average temperature in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 87.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in August
Thornton, CO

Average pressure in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Thornton, CO

Average wind speed in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Thornton, CO

Average humidity in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in August
Thornton, CO

Average rainfall in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.59").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in August
Thornton, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Thornton, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is October (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Thornton, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 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
Thornton, CO

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Thornton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Thornton, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Thornton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Thornton, CO

Average UV index in August - Thornton, 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
Thornton, CO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in August
Thornton, CO

Average visibility in August - Thornton, 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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