August weather forecast
Aspen, CO

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The icy Maroon Bells in the Elk Mountains viewed from the White River below
The icy Maroon Bells in the Elk Mountains viewed from the White River below

Weather in August

August maintains the sizzling temperatures from July in Aspen, becoming a prime summer month. The average high temperature sustains at 67.3°F (19.6°C), resulting in balmy days and mild nights. Cloud cover is slightly lesser than July leading to brighter days with abundant hour of sunshine. Despite the heat, the month still witnesses a moderate amount of rain. Such weather patterns allow residents and tourists to fully relish water sports and mountain hikes.

Temperature

August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C) from July's 69.4°F (20.8°C). Following the sharp contrast to daytime warmth, an average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) gets registered during August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Aspen, Colorado, is 59%.

Rainfall

In Aspen, during August, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 72.4 rainfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Aspen, snow does not fall in July and August.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Aspen is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, in Aspen, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Aspen in August?

August temperatures in Aspen vary between a high-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Aspen?

In Aspen, the average relative humidity in August is 59%.

How much does it rain in Aspen in August?

In Aspen, Colorado, in August, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Aspen?

In Aspen, snow does not fall in July and August.

Does it snow in Aspen in August?

In Aspen, Colorado, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

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

In Aspen, the average day length in August is 13h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Aspen?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Aspen, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:38 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Aspen have in August?

In Aspen, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Aspen?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Aspen.

What is the UV index reading in August in Aspen?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Aspen is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Aspen, CO

Average temperature in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Aspen, CO

Average pressure in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Aspen, CO

Average wind speed in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

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 August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Aspen, CO

Average humidity in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

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Average rainfall in August
Aspen, CO

Average rainfall in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and July (0.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Aspen, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Aspen, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Aspen, CO

Average snowfall days in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Aspen, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Aspen, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Aspen, CO

Average UV index in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Aspen, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Aspen, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in August
Aspen, CO

Average visibility in August - Aspen, CO
  • 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 (4mi).

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