Average weather for Crested Butte in August
It's warm in August in Crested Butte with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 11°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Crested Butte with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 10°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Crested Butte is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In August, there is an average of 47 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Crested Butte in August |
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25°C | 30°C | |
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27°C | 31°C | |
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23°C | -5°C | |
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47 mm | 79 mm | |
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10 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Crested Butte?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Crested Butte. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2020, Crested Butte reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Crested Butte
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Crested Butte, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Crested Butte
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Crested Butte, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Crested Butte.
Daily UV index in August in Crested Butte
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Crested Butte, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Crested Butte over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Crested Butte, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Crested Butte over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Crested Butte, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Crested Butte
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Average weather in Crested Butte by month
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