Temperature in Colorado in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Colorado, the United States of America this August.

Colorado, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 17°C (63°F) in Tordal Estates to 33°C (91°F) in La Junta. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in La Junta and 5°C (41°F) in Tordal Estates. August is a summer month.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Colorado, the United States of America in August?

To get a sense of August's typical temperatures in the key spots of Colorado, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Colorado in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Colorado temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Colorado, the United States of America in August?

Average daytime highs in Colorado, the United States of America during August reach about 20°C (68°F) in Breckenridge.

How cold does it get at night in Colorado, the United States of America in August?

After dark, Breckenridge cools to about 5°C (41°F) on an average August night.

What is the warmest city in August in Colorado, the United States of America?

La Junta tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 16°C (61°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Colorado, the United States of America?

According to our data, Tordal Estates holds the title for the coldest city in Colorado, the United States of America in August. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 17°C (63°F) and drops to lows of about 5°C (41°F) during the night.

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