Denver weather in August

Long-run climate averages for Denver, CO in August, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

August at a glance

In August, Denver averages 88°F by day and 59°F at night. The wettest month is usually May.

August in Denver averages a daytime high of 88°F and an overnight low of 59°F, which reads as hot for this part of the world. It is among the three warmest months of the year here. Across the whole year Denver sees roughly 18 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Denver forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Denver weather by month

what to expect in Denver through the year

Here is Denver's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Denver by season.

Jan

35°

11°

Cold

Feb

45°

15°

Cool

Mar

50°

23°

Cool

Apr

63°

33°

Mild

May

71°

44°

Mild

Wettest

Jun

82°

54°

Warm

Jul

89°

58°

Hot

Aug

88°

59°

Hot

Sep

83°

50°

Warm

Oct

70°

40°

Mild

Nov

51°

25°

Cool

Dec

47°

25°

Cool

Common questions

How warm is Denver in August?

Denver averages a daytime high of 88°F in August, with overnight lows around 59°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.

Is August a good time to visit Denver?

The most comfortable time to visit Denver is usually April and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest May rain is behind you.

Does it rain a lot in Denver in August?

The wettest month in Denver is usually May. Across the year the city sees roughly 18 inches of precipitation.

Denver in other months

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