Chimney ConsiderationsWood burning outdoor fireplaces create a lot of smoke. Code requires that chimney height be 2 feet taller than adjacent structures like patio covers and homes, so plan accordingly. Getting a fireplace to draw properly outdoors has its challenges.
Weather in Denver in August. The average maximum daytime temperature in Denver in August is a hot 30Â°C (86Â°F) with moderate heat & humidity. There are usually 10 hours of bright sunshine each day, which represents 72% of the 14 hours of daylight. Expect 40mm (1.6 inches) of rainfall across the whole of August with 9 days with some rain falling.
In summer, Denver enjoys low relative humidity, making for beautiful, sun-filled days and cool, comfortable evenings. The average daily high temperature in August is a mild 86 degrees Fahrenheit. The mild weather is due in part to the city's altitude: 5,280 feet above sea level, or exactly a mile high. Interested in having a mile-high experience?