Average weather for Denver in August
It's hot in August in Denver with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Denver with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 21°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 31°C, with nights around 21°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 Denver is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In August, there is an average of 83 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Denver in August |
New York | ||
---|---|---|---|
Average temperature |
31°C | 30°C | |
Max. temperature |
32°C | 31°C | |
Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
Total precipitation |
83 mm | 79 mm | |
Rainy days |
11 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Denver?
August is a good month to be in Denver for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2015, Denver reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Denver
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Denver, 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 Denver
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Denver, 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 11 days of precipitation in Denver.
Daily UV index in August in Denver
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Denver, 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 Denver over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Denver, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Denver over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Denver, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Denver
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Average weather in Denver by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Denver. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.