The best times to visit Las Animas for ideal weather are

April 23rd to June 24th

or

August 13th 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 Las Animas Travel Info

Weather in Las Animas

Temperature

Average temperatures in Las Animas vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 41st 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 Las Animas, 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 97.4°F (36.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.8°F (18.2°C) at night.

Las Animas Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Las Animas 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.

Las Animas Perceived Temperature (F)

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Las Animas Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Las Animas 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 46.4 29.7 16.8
Feb 49.7 33 20.4
Mar 65 45.6 30.4
Apr 71.6 53 37.9
May 80.6 62.8 47.5
Jun 93.2 74.8 58.7
Jul 95.9 79 63.9
Aug 94.5 77.1 62.2
Sep 87.8 69.2 53.5
Oct 73.4 54.5 39.6
Nov 60.3 41.8 27
Dec 46.7 30.5 17.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8 -1.3 -8.4
Feb 9.8 0.6 -6.4
Mar 18.3 7.6 -0.9
Apr 22 11.7 3.3
May 27 17.1 8.6
Jun 34 23.8 14.8
Jul 35.5 26.1 17.7
Aug 34.7 25.1 16.8
Sep 31 20.7 11.9
Oct 23 12.5 4.2
Nov 15.7 5.4 -2.8
Dec 8.2 -0.8 -7.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Las Animas are January, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid April with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Las Animas? 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 Las Animas.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Las Animas (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 0% 0 0.1
Feb 2% 0 0.2
Mar 6% 0 0.5
Apr 11% 0 1.1
May 11% 0 1.4
Jun 8% 0 1.3
Jul 11% 0 1.6
Aug 9% 0 1.4
Sep 6% 0 0.6
Oct 7% 0 1.1
Nov 2% 0 0.2
Dec 2% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0.3
Feb 2 0 0.5
Mar 6 0 1.3
Apr 11 0 2.8
May 11 0 3.6
Jun 8 0 3.3
Jul 11 0 4.1
Aug 9 0 3.6
Sep 6 0 1.5
Oct 7 0 2.8
Nov 2 0 0.5
Dec 2 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Las Animas has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (31.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (47.2%).

Wind in Las Animas is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 11 knots (12.6 MPH or 20.3 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 22.8 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Las Animas.

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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 7.6 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Feb 8.3 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Mar 9.2 Gentle breeze 18.8 Significant breeze
Apr 11 Significant breeze 22 Very strong breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 20.8 Significant breeze
Jun 9.3 Gentle breeze 20.9 Strong breeze
Jul 8 Gentle breeze 20 Significant breeze
Aug 7.8 Gentle breeze 18.5 Strong breeze
Sep 7.8 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Oct 8 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Nov 8 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.8 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 47.1%
Feb 46.5%
Mar 32.8%
Apr 32.4%
May 33.6%
Jun 31.2%
Jul 34.9%
Aug 36.7%
Sep 34.4%
Oct 37.3%
Nov 36.3%
Dec 47.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Las Animas?

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 Las Animas, 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 Las Animas 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 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 Las Animas Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 88.7°F (31.5°C) and 55.3°F (12.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 2 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Las Animas, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91°F (32.8°C) and 54.6°F (12.6°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 Las Animas to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 55.3°F (12.9°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°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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