August weather forecast
Salida, CO

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Weather in August

As Salida rolls into August, the city sustains its high summer temperatures. The warm days paired with slightly cooler nights present an alluring balance, which can make August an attractive time for outdoor enthusiasts. Despite carrying July's heat, August marks the beginning of a slow transition towards fall. Although the temperatures remain high, the subtly decreasing daylight hours are indicative of the impending seasonal change. The shift to cooler conditions becomes more noticeable in September as Salida eases into the beauty of fall.

Temperature

The shift into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.8°F (23.8°C), closely mirroring July's climate. Salida, after hot August days, encounters a marked drop to an average nighttime temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 53%.

Rainfall

In August, in Salida, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout August, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.3 days and collects up to 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Salida, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.4h.

UV index

In Salida, 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 the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Salida in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Salida?

In August, the average relative humidity is 53%.

How much does it rain in Salida in August?

In Salida, in August, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Salida?

July and August are months without snowfall in Salida, Colorado.

Does it snow in Salida in August?

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

How many hours of daylight does Salida have in August?

In August, the average day length in Salida, Colorado, is 13h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Salida?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Salida?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Salida, Colorado, is 11.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Salida?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Salida, Colorado, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Salida, CO

Average temperature in August - Salida, CO
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Salida, CO

Average pressure in August - Salida, CO
  • Average pressure in August: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Salida, CO

Average wind speed in August - Salida, CO
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Salida, CO

Average humidity in August - Salida, CO
  • Average humidity in August: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in August
Salida, CO

Average rainfall in August - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall in August: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in August
Salida, CO

Average rainfall days in August - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Salida, CO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Salida, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Salida, CO

Average sunshine days in August - Salida, CO
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Salida, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Salida, CO

Average cloud cover in August - Salida, CO
  • Average cloud cover in August: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in August
Salida, CO

Average visibility in August - Salida, CO
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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