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Breckenridge in August

One of the best months — score 86 of 100

Typical August days in Breckenridge reach about 72°F with nights near 37°F; rain is frequent — about 14 days see some rain, usually in showers.

What to pack for Breckenridge in August

• An insulated coat, plus a hat and gloves for mornings.
• Layers — afternoons run about 36° warmer than mornings.
• A waterproof shell — rain falls on about 14 days in a typical August.

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August vs. the alternatives

The whole year in Breckenridge

Averages are the 1991–2020 climate normals (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information) for the station named on each page. Rain days = days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation. Daylight is computed for the middle of the month.