August Weather in Rifle

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Rifle, United States, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Rifle throughout August hovers around 39%.

7°C (45°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (70°F)

Average temperature

33°C (91°F)

Maximum temperature

39%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Rifle averages 10 mm (0.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 2 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 34 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 72% probability of sunny days during this period.

10 mm (0.4 inches)

Precipitation

2 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 34 minutes

Sunshine hours

72%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Rifle reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 6 8 11 12 11 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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