August weather forecastColorado City, TX
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Colorado City, is also a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average high of 95.9°F (35.5°C).Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 95.9°F (35.5°C) and a low of 75.2°F (24°C), August stands out as the warmest month.Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a blistering 104°F (40°C). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and August, with an average relative humidity of 44%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout August, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Colorado City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76 days and collects up to 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 18min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Colorado City, Texas, is 9.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average high temperature in August: 95.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average pressure in August: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average wind speed in August: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average humidity in August: 44%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (55%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (44%).
Average rainfall in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average rainfall in August: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average rainfall days in August: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average sunshine days in August: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Colorado City, TX
- Average cloud cover in August: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Colorado City, TX
- 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).
