Colorado in August
8.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Some rain: about 4 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
4Rainy days (44 mm)
11:13 hDaylight
06:56Sunrise · 18:08 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Some rain: about 4 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 22°C | 195 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.5 |
| February | 31°C | 22°C | 149 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.9 |
| March | 31°C | 21°C | 105 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 30°C | 20°C | 63 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 26°C | 16°C | 80 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| June | 25°C | 15°C | 61 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 25°C | 15°C | 43 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| August | 28°C | 16°C | 44 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| September | 29°C | 18°C | 91 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 30°C | 20°C | 127 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| November | 31°C | 20°C | 124 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 31°C | 22°C | 152 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Colorado in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Colorado?
The best months are July, August, June, May.