August weather forecast
Alta, WY

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Alta, Wyoming, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.1°F (23.4°C) and an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

As Alta, Wyoming, steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), displaying minor differences from July's 75.4°F (24.1°C). August nights in Alta present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

In Alta, during August, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. August is the first month it typically snows. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 160.8 snowfall days, and 200.16" (5084mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alta, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of August in Alta, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Alta?

The high-temperature, in August, in Alta, is 74.1°F (23.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.8°F (8.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Alta?

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

What is the average humidity in August in Alta?

In August, the average relative humidity in Alta, Wyoming, is 47%.

How much does it rain in Alta in August?

In August, in Alta, Wyoming, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout August, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Alta?

August is the first month it typically snows in Alta, Wyoming. Throughout August, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In August, the average day length in Alta is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Alta?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alta have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Alta, Wyoming, is 11.6h.

How high is the UV index in August in Alta?

In Alta, Wyoming, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Alta, WY

Average temperature in August - Alta, WY
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in August
Alta, WY

Average pressure in August - Alta, WY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Alta, WY

Average wind speed in August - Alta, WY
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Alta, WY

Average humidity in August - Alta, WY
  • Average humidity in August: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in August
Alta, WY

Average rainfall in August - Alta, WY
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in August
Alta, WY

Average rainfall days in August - Alta, WY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Alta, WY

Average snowfall in August - Alta, WY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (34.33").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Alta, WY

Average snowfall days in August - Alta, WY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (23.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alta, WY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Alta, WY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Alta, WY

Average sunshine days in August - Alta, WY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Alta, WY

Average UV index in August - Alta, WY
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Alta, WY

Average cloud cover in August - Alta, WY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in August
Alta, WY

Average visibility in August - Alta, WY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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