The best times to visit Colorado City for ideal weather are

May 14th to July 8th

or

August 20th to October 14th

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

 

 


Other Colorado City Travel Info

Weather in Colorado City

Temperature

Average temperatures in Colorado City vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 40th 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 Colorado City, 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 96.7°F (35.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.7°F (15.4°C) at night.

Colorado City Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Colorado City 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.

Colorado City Perceived Temperature (F)

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Colorado City Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Colorado City 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 50.1 29.8 12.9
Feb 51.9 32.5 16.7
Mar 65.3 44.2 25.5
Apr 71 51.1 32.9
May 79.4 60.4 42.8
Jun 92.4 72.7 53.4
Jul 95.2 76.7 59.3
Aug 93.1 74.7 58
Sep 87 67.3 49.2
Oct 73.6 53 35.3
Nov 61.4 40.2 22.5
Dec 48.4 29.4 13.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 10.1 -1.2 -10.6
Feb 11.1 0.3 -8.5
Mar 18.5 6.8 -3.6
Apr 21.7 10.6 0.5
May 26.3 15.8 6
Jun 33.6 22.6 11.9
Jul 35.1 24.8 15.2
Aug 33.9 23.7 14.4
Sep 30.6 19.6 9.6
Oct 23.1 11.7 1.8
Nov 16.3 4.6 -5.3
Dec 9.1 -1.4 -10.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Colorado City are January, November, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early September. For example, on the week of September 3rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Colorado City? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Colorado City is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Colorado City.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Colorado City (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% 2.1 0.2
Feb 9% 2.3 0.6
Mar 5% 2.3 0.5
Apr 10% 3.2 1.3
May 15% 0 1.8
Jun 8% 0 0.8
Jul 16% 0 2.1
Aug 14% 0 2.3
Sep 4% 0 0.6
Oct 5% 1.2 0.7
Nov 3% 2.6 0.3
Dec 4% 3.4 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 5.3 0.5
Feb 9 5.8 1.5
Mar 5 5.8 1.3
Apr 10 8.1 3.3
May 15 0 4.6
Jun 8 0 2
Jul 16 0 5.3
Aug 14 0 5.8
Sep 4 0 1.5
Oct 5 3 1.8
Nov 3 6.6 0.8
Dec 4 8.6 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Colorado City has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (27.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (43.4%).

Wind in Colorado City is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 9 knots (10.4 MPH or 16.7 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 July 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 Colorado City.

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 6 Light breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Feb 6.8 Light breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Mar 7.6 Gentle breeze 18.8 Significant breeze
Apr 9 Gentle breeze 21.2 Strong breeze
May 8 Gentle breeze 20.2 Significant breeze
Jun 7.7 Gentle breeze 20 Strong breeze
Jul 7 Gentle breeze 20.3 Significant breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 19 Strong breeze
Sep 6.3 Light breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Oct 6.2 Light breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Nov 5.8 Light breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Dec 5.8 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 40.3%
Feb 42.4%
Mar 29.5%
Apr 30.1%
May 33.3%
Jun 27.7%
Jul 33.5%
Aug 35.6%
Sep 31.4%
Oct 33.5%
Nov 33%
Dec 43.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Colorado City?

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 Colorado City, CO, US is August, followed by April and July. 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 Colorado City in November. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.5 in November means 38.5% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Colorado City Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 5 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 2 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Colorado City, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.6°F (32°C) and 56.2°F (13.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 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 Colorado City to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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