Gilpin County Climate

Gilpin County, Colorado

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec39.9°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

39.9°F

Annual Precip

20.0"

Annual Snowfall

129.8"

Extreme Heat Days

0

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
0.9"
1.1"
1.7"
2.6"
2.1"
1.5"
2.6"
2.4"
1.6"
1.3"
1.1"
1.0"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring30°45°6.4"Summer55°60°6.6"Fall31°52°4.0"Winter24°24°3.0"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 2% of US counties
Wetter than 14% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 18% of US counties

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Gilpin County?
The average annual temperature in Gilpin County, CO is 39.9°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Gilpin County get?
Gilpin County receives an average of 20.0 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Gilpin County?
Yes, Gilpin County receives an average of 129.8 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Gilpin County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Gilpin County is 57.6°F. The county experiences an average of 0 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Gilpin County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Gilpin County is 23.9°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 23.9°F.

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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.