August weather forecastFountain, CO
August
Weather in August
August witnesses a subtle change in Fountain, Colorado's weather as it begins transitioning from Summer to Fall. The temperature slightly decreases, marking relief from July's scorching temperatures. Despite the onset of cooling, August maintains its grip on summer characteristics like extended sunshine hours and opportune rainfall. The rain witnessed during this period is less intense than the previous July showers at 1.54" (39mm). With the upcoming month of September, one can anticipate a gradual shift towards clearer skies and cooler temperatures.Temperature
Fountain transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Fountain's average nighttime temperature descends significantly from the day's peak in August, settling at a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 47%.Rainfall
In Fountain, in August, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fountain, snow does not fall in June through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:29 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Fountain, the average sunshine in August is 11.8h.UV index
In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fountain, CO
- Average high temperature in August: 81.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 58.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Fountain, CO
- Average pressure in August: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Fountain, CO
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in August
Fountain, CO
- Average humidity in August: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in August
Fountain, CO
- Average rainfall in August: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").
Average rainfall days in August
Fountain, CO
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fountain, CO
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fountain, CO
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fountain, CO
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Fountain, CO
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Fountain, CO
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Fountain, CO
- Average cloud cover in August: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Fountain, 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).
