Douglas County Climate
Douglas County, Colorado
Avg Annual Temp
49.2°F
Annual Precip
18.5"
Annual Snowfall
71.6"
Extreme Heat Days
26.27999999999999
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Douglas County Weather
Douglas runs slightly above national average
At 49.2°F annual temperature, Douglas County sits 3.2°F above the U.S. median, placing it in a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. With 18.5 inches of annual precipitation, the county receives nearly half the national average of 38.7 inches, creating a semi-arid environment.
Among Colorado's warmer counties
Douglas County's 49.2°F annual temperature ranks it among the state's warmer regions, 3.2°F above Colorado's 46.0°F average. Its 18.5 inches of precipitation exceeds the state average of 16.0 inches, making it one of the wetter counties in the Denver metro area.
Warmer and wetter than El Paso
Douglas County is 3°F warmer than nearby El Paso County (46.2°F) and receives slightly less precipitation (18.5 vs. 19.7 inches). It maintains similar precipitation levels to Elbert County (17.3 inches) while running 1°F cooler, reflecting its closer proximity to the Front Range foothills.
Snowy winters, hot summer days
January averages 31.1°F and July reaches 71.3°F, with 26 days annually exceeding 90°F. The county receives 71.6 inches of snow annually, making winter equipment and snow removal a significant seasonal consideration for residents.
Stock up on snow gear and AC
With 71.6 inches of annual snowfall, residents need reliable snow tires, shovels, and driveway management systems. Summer heat requires quality air conditioning—26 days above 90°F demand efficient HVAC systems and shaded outdoor spaces for recreation.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.