The best times to visit Buena Vista for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Buena Vista Travel Info

Weather in Buena Vista

Temperature

Average temperatures in Buena Vista vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 45th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Buena Vista, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 77.2°F (25.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Buena Vista Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Buena Vista Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Buena Vista Perceived Temperature (F)

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Buena Vista Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Buena Vista Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 34.3 26.4 21
Feb 34.4 26.4 20.8
Mar 43.6 33.9 27.3
Apr 48.9 38.1 30.8
May 57.9 46.1 38.1
Jun 71.5 58.5 48.9
Jul 75.4 62.2 53.8
Aug 73.7 61.5 53.4
Sep 67.6 55.9 47.9
Oct 54.9 44.5 37.5
Nov 44.1 35.3 29.4
Dec 31 23.6 19.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.3 -3.1 -6.1
Feb 1.3 -3.1 -6.2
Mar 6.4 1.1 -2.6
Apr 9.4 3.4 -0.7
May 14.4 7.8 3.4
Jun 21.9 14.7 9.4
Jul 24.1 16.8 12.1
Aug 23.2 16.4 11.9
Sep 19.8 13.3 8.8
Oct 12.7 6.9 3.1
Nov 6.7 1.8 -1.4
Dec -0.6 -4.7 -7.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Buena Vista are December, June, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Buena Vista? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Buena Vista.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Buena Vista (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.3
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 2% 0 0.2
Apr 8% 0 0.7
May 10% 0 1.1
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 17% 0 1.9
Aug 10% 0 1
Sep 12% 0 0.9
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 4% 0 0.4
Dec 2% 0 0.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 0.8
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 2 0 0.5
Apr 8 0 1.8
May 10 0 2.8
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 17 0 4.8
Aug 10 0 2.5
Sep 12 0 2.3
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 4 0 1
Dec 2 0 0.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Buena Vista has no months that would be considered humid, with some very dry months. The least humid month is June (16.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (34%).

Wind in Buena Vista is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by January and November. February’s average wind speed of around 8.4 knots (9.6 MPH or 15.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 22.1 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Buena Vista.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.9 Gentle breeze 20.1 Strong breeze
Feb 8.4 Gentle breeze 20.7 Strong breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 19.4 Strong breeze
Apr 7.4 Gentle breeze 19.9 Strong breeze
May 6.3 Light breeze 18.8 Strong breeze
Jun 6 Light breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
Jul 4.6 Light breeze 16.5 Strong breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 16.4 Significant breeze
Sep 5.2 Light breeze 16 Strong breeze
Oct 6.9 Light breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
Nov 7.7 Gentle breeze 19.2 Strong breeze
Dec 7.5 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 28.1%
Feb 32.3%
Mar 25.7%
Apr 28.3%
May 30.5%
Jun 16.8%
Jul 29.3%
Aug 28.4%
Sep 26.6%
Oct 26.8%
Nov 21.7%
Dec 34%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Buena Vista?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Buena Vista, CO, US is May, followed by July and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Buena Vista in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44.1 in December means 44.1% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Buena Vista Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65.4°F (18.6°C) and 36.6°F (2.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 1 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Buena Vista, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Buena Vista to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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