The best times to visit Garden of Gods for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Garden of Gods Travel Info

Weather in Garden of Gods

Temperature

Average temperatures in Garden of Gods 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 46th 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 Garden of Gods, 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 86.3°F (30.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.4°F (12.4°C) at night.

Garden of Gods Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Garden of Gods 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.

Garden of Gods Perceived Temperature (F)

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Garden of Gods Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Garden of Gods 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 44.5 29.2 15.6
Feb 44.6 29.8 17.1
Mar 55.6 39.6 25
Apr 60.2 44.5 30.4
May 67.8 52.8 38.6
Jun 81.8 65.5 48.5
Jul 84.3 69 53.9
Aug 82.4 67 52.4
Sep 76.5 60.2 45.2
Oct 64.4 47.6 33.6
Nov 54.6 38 23.1
Dec 43.1 27.9 14.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.9 -1.6 -9.1
Feb 7 -1.2 -8.3
Mar 13.1 4.2 -3.9
Apr 15.7 6.9 -0.9
May 19.9 11.6 3.7
Jun 27.7 18.6 9.2
Jul 29.1 20.6 12.2
Aug 28 19.4 11.3
Sep 24.7 15.7 7.3
Oct 18 8.7 0.9
Nov 12.6 3.3 -4.9
Dec 6.2 -2.3 -9.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Garden of Gods are March, 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 late February and early March. For example, on the week of February 26th 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 Garden of Gods? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Garden of Gods 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 Garden of Gods.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Garden of Gods (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 4% 2.9 0.7
Feb 5% 3.3 1
Mar 2% 2.9 0.4
Apr 9% 2.2 1.2
May 19% 1.2 2.5
Jun 10% 0 1
Jul 22% 0 2.9
Aug 22% 0 2.8
Sep 11% 0 1.8
Oct 4% 2 0.5
Nov 2% 1.7 0.4
Dec 3% 1.7 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 7.4 1.8
Feb 5 8.4 2.5
Mar 2 7.4 1
Apr 9 5.6 3
May 19 3 6.4
Jun 10 0 2.5
Jul 22 0 7.4
Aug 22 0 7.1
Sep 11 0 4.6
Oct 4 5.1 1.3
Nov 2 4.3 1
Dec 3 4.3 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Garden of Gods has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is November (31.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (42.2%).

Wind in Garden of Gods is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by March and June. April’s average wind speed of around 9.8 knots (11.3 MPH or 18.2 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 April where average top sustained speeds reach 20.8 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Garden of Gods.

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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 7.7 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Feb 8.6 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Mar 8.8 Gentle breeze 18.2 Significant breeze
Apr 9.8 Gentle breeze 20.2 Strong breeze
May 8.6 Gentle breeze 18.5 Significant breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 19.1 Strong breeze
Jul 7.3 Gentle breeze 17.5 Significant breeze
Aug 6.9 Light breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.5 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Oct 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Nov 7.8 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 36.9%
Feb 40.6%
Mar 31.7%
Apr 36.9%
May 41.6%
Jun 32.6%
Jul 41.2%
Aug 42.2%
Sep 38.3%
Oct 38.3%
Nov 31.3%
Dec 40.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Garden of Gods?

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 Garden of Gods, the United States 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 Garden of Gods 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 somewhat 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 Garden of Gods Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 6 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Garden of Gods, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.9°F (26.1°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°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 Garden of Gods to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 39.3°F (4.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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