Montrose County Climate
Montrose County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
48.2°F
Annual Precip
14.0"
Annual Snowfall
31.3"
Extreme Heat Days
36
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,490
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
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Climate Advisory: Montrose County
Climate Verdict
Montrose County has a cool, averaging 48.2°F annually, arid conditions receiving just 14.0 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 35.628571428571426 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 31.3 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 25.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 71.6°F. The 46°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Montrose County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Montrose County closely matches the Colorado statewide average temperature of 45.9°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Colorado.
Climate Profile
About Montrose County Weather
Montrose slightly warmer, drier than US norm
Montrose County averages 48.2°F annually, edging above the U.S. median of 47.5°F, while its 14.0 inches of precipitation falls well below the national average of 38 inches. This dry, temperate profile reflects high-elevation high-desert geography typical of western Colorado.
Upper-middle warmth in Colorado rankings
At 48.2°F, Montrose ranks in Colorado's warmest third of counties, running 2.2°F above the state average of 46.0°F. It sits slightly cooler than neighboring Montezuma but remains well above the state's frigid high-mountain counties.
Comparable to Montezuma, hotter than Ouray
Montrose (48.2°F) sits just 0.6°F below Montezuma County (48.8°F), making them regional climate twins. Both run dramatically warmer than Ouray County (44.5°F) to their south, which gains elevation and vastly more precipitation.
Hot summers, cold winters, sparse snow
Summer temperatures average 68.9°F with 36 days of 90°F-plus heat—notably higher than Montezuma's 23 days, signaling a sunnier climate. Winters average 27.7°F with just 31.3 inches of snow, making it one of Colorado's driest counties year-round.
Manage heat and drought-conscious landscaping
With 36 extreme heat days annually and only 14 inches of rain, residents should prioritize air conditioning maintenance and drought-tolerant outdoor design. Minimal snowfall (31 inches) means less shoveling but requires preparedness for occasional winter storms and roof load surprises.
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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.