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Denver Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Denver, United States with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 17°C (high) to 2°C (low), with 254mm annual rainfall. The best months to visit are April, May, June for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
17°C

Peak in July

Avg Low
2°C

Coolest in January

Annual Rainfall
254mm

Heavy in May

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Denver Monthly Weather Guide

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Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

Best Time to Visit Denver

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 39.7392° N, 104.9903° W

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Denver is a prominent destination in United States.

Located at 39.74°N latitude,Denver experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.

Based on 30 years of data, July is the warmest month (avg. 31°C), while January is the coolest. May sees the most rain (25% chance), making December the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+2.5°C

Total over 30 years

+0.83°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Denver, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

April, May, June

Best months to visit

17°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Denver receives approximately 254mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

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1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.7°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

15.8°

2024 Avg

18.4°

2040 Proj

19.1°

Historical Rate

+0.83°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.45°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Denver has warmed by +2.5°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.7°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.451°C/decade), for a total of +3.2°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

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Traffic Index

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Peak

Aug

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

921
Jan
958
Feb
1032
Mar
1054
Apr
1126
May
1095
Jun
1085
Jul
1160
Aug
1109
Sep
985
Oct
837
Nov
921
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

No Requirements

No Special Vaccinations Required

Standard travel precautions apply

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Denver Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January5°C10%Neutral
February6°C13%Neutral
March11°C15%Neutral
April15°C19%😊 Pleasant
May20°C25%😊 Pleasant
June27°C15%✨ Perfect
July31°C10%🔥 Hot
August30°C11%😊 Pleasant
September26°C12%✨ Perfect
October18°C12%😊 Pleasant
November11°C9%Neutral
December6°C8%Neutral

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Denver Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Denver?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, April, May, June are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Denver?

July is historically the hottest month in Denver with average highs of 31°C.

When does it rain the most in Denver?

May typically sees the highest probability of rain (25%).

Is Denver expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.