Fremont County Climate
Fremont County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
47.9°F
Annual Precip
16.2"
Annual Snowfall
61.3"
Extreme Heat Days
22
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,203
Favors cool-season crops
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Climate Advisory: Fremont County
Climate Verdict
Fremont County has a cool, averaging 47.9°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 16.2 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 21.5 per year above 90°F, heavy winter snowfall averaging 61.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 30.2°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 68.7°F. The 38°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. December is typically the coldest month and July the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Fremont County closely matches the Colorado statewide average temperature of 45.9°F.
Climate Profile
About Fremont County Weather
Fremont sits slightly above U.S. average
At 47.9°F annual temperature, Fremont County runs 1.9°F above the U.S. median of 46°F, placing it in a temperate climate. With 16.2 inches of annual precipitation, the county receives less than half the national average of 38.7 inches.
Slightly above Colorado's state average
Fremont County's 47.9°F annual temperature ranks it 1.9°F above Colorado's state average of 46.0°F. Its 16.2 inches of precipitation matches the state average of 16.0 inches almost exactly, making it climatically representative of Colorado.
Balanced between Front Range and valley
Fremont County is 0.7°F cooler than El Paso County (47.9°F) to the north and significantly warmer than mountain counties to the west. Its precipitation level aligns with Colorado's state average, making it representative of the broader transition zone between mountains and plains.
Moderate winters, frequent summer heat
January averages 30.2°F and July reaches 68.7°F, with 22 days annually exceeding 90°F. The county receives 61.3 inches of snowfall annually, creating a balanced winter experience with moderate seasonal transitions.
Comfortable climate needs practical support
With 61.3 inches of annual snowfall and 22 heat days, Fremont residents should maintain basic snow removal equipment and reliable air conditioning. The relatively moderate climate makes this one of Colorado's more livable regions, though standard winter and summer preparations remain essential.
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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.