The best times to visit Wellington for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Wellington Travel Info

Weather in Wellington

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wellington 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 44th 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 Wellington, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 85.7°F (29.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 52.1°F (11.2°C) at night.

Wellington Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wellington 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.

Wellington Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wellington Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wellington 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 43.5 29.8 16.6
Feb 39.9 26.3 14.2
Mar 55.4 38.8 24.2
Apr 57.7 42.4 28.4
May 65.8 50.8 36
Jun 80.5 63.3 45.5
Jul 83.6 68 52.5
Aug 84.7 67.4 50.5
Sep 77.6 59.4 43.3
Oct 62.5 46.3 31.7
Nov 50.1 34.7 20.3
Dec 40.4 26 12.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.4 -1.2 -8.6
Feb 4.4 -3.2 -9.9
Mar 13 3.8 -4.3
Apr 14.3 5.8 -2
May 18.8 10.4 2.2
Jun 26.9 17.4 7.5
Jul 28.7 20 11.4
Aug 29.3 19.7 10.3
Sep 25.3 15.2 6.3
Oct 16.9 7.9 -0.2
Nov 10.1 1.5 -6.5
Dec 4.7 -3.3 -10.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wellington 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 mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 7th.

When can you find snow in Wellington? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around April, especially close to early May. The best time to ski (if at all) in Wellington 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 Wellington.

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Snow on the Ground

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

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 2% 3.8 0.2
Feb 5% 3.8 0.3
Mar 5% 4.4 0.5
Apr 14% 18.2 1.5
May 18% 3.1 2.4
Jun 14% 0 1.8
Jul 14% 0 1.9
Aug 10% 0 1.3
Sep 9% 0 1.3
Oct 11% 8 1.2
Nov 4% 3.6 0.4
Dec 4% 7.3 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 2 9.7 0.5
Feb 5 9.7 0.8
Mar 5 11.2 1.3
Apr 14 46.2 3.8
May 18 7.9 6.1
Jun 14 0 4.6
Jul 14 0 4.8
Aug 10 0 3.3
Sep 9 0 3.3
Oct 11 20.3 3
Nov 4 9.1 1
Dec 4 18.5 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Wellington has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is March (34.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (51.1%).

Wind in Wellington is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by February and April. January’s average wind speed of around 12.8 knots (14.7 MPH or 23.7 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 mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 26.2 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 12.8 Significant breeze 23 Very strong breeze
Feb 11.7 Significant breeze 21.9 Strong breeze
Mar 11.1 Significant breeze 21.3 Very strong breeze
Apr 11.2 Significant breeze 21.1 Strong breeze
May 9.5 Gentle breeze 18.5 Very strong breeze
Jun 8.8 Gentle breeze 19 Strong breeze
Jul 7.8 Gentle breeze 16.5 Very strong breeze
Aug 7.3 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.8 Gentle breeze 16.4 Very strong breeze
Oct 9.1 Gentle breeze 18.2 Strong breeze
Nov 10.9 Gentle breeze 21.1 Very strong breeze
Dec 10.8 Gentle breeze 21.3 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 38.9%
Feb 51.1%
Mar 34.3%
Apr 41.8%
May 49.6%
Jun 40.1%
Jul 43.2%
Aug 36.3%
Sep 39.2%
Oct 44.9%
Nov 39.4%
Dec 46.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wellington?

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 Wellington, CO, US is August, followed by September and May. 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 Wellington in October. 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 51.9 in October means 51.9% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Wellington Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Wellington, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.3°F (27.9°C) and 46.5°F (8.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 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 Wellington to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.4°F (8.6°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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