Baca County Climate
Baca County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
53.7°F
Annual Precip
17.1"
Annual Snowfall
23.9"
Extreme Heat Days
68
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,573
Supports most vegetables & fruits
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Climate Advisory: Baca County
Climate Verdict
Baca County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 53.7°F, semi-arid conditions with only 17.1 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 67.5 days annually above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 23.9 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 33.0°F. summers are warm — July averages 76.7°F. The 44°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Baca County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Baca County is 7.9°F warmer than the Colorado statewide average of 45.9°F, the county experiences 40.88396573444193 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Baca County Weather
Baca: High plains heat and dust
Baca County averages 53.7°F annually, running 7.7 degrees warmer than the U.S. median of 46°F. With only 17.1 inches of precipitation yearly and 68 days hitting 90°F or higher, Baca represents Colorado's hot, dry high-plains climate.
Colorado's hottest plains county
At 53.7°F, Baca ranks among Colorado's warmest counties, sitting 7.7 degrees above the state average of 46°F. It represents the extreme southeastern plains, where heat and dryness define the seasonal rhythm.
Baca leads the heat race
Baca (53.7°F) runs significantly warmer than nearby Chaffee County (45.5°F) and even warmer than neighboring Bent County (54.6°F). As a southeastern plains county, Baca sits at Colorado's hottest edge.
Searing summers, mild winters
Summer temperatures average 74.5°F while winters stay relatively mild at 34°F, with an intense 68 days per year reaching 90°F. Annual snowfall of just 23.9 inches reflects the dry plains pattern, with winter precipitation sparse and quick to melt.
Cool and conserve water
Residents face 68 extreme heat days annually, making air conditioning non-negotiable and efficient systems critical for both comfort and cost control. Water conservation is essential given the semi-arid climate; drought-resistant landscaping and careful outdoor planning during peak summer are practical necessities.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.