Morgan County Climate
Morgan County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
49.0°F
Annual Precip
15.1"
Annual Snowfall
27.5"
Extreme Heat Days
58
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,854
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
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Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Morgan County
Climate Verdict
Morgan County has a cool, averaging 49.0°F annually, semi-arid conditions with only 15.1 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 57.849999999999994 per year above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 27.5 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 26.4°F. summers are warm — July averages 74.6°F. The 48°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Morgan County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Morgan County is 3.2°F warmer than the Colorado statewide average of 45.9°F, the county experiences 31.233965734441927 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Morgan County Weather
Morgan runs warm, near-average precipitation
Morgan County's 49.0°F annual temperature exceeds the U.S. median of 47.5°F, placing it firmly in America's warm counties. Its 15.1 inches of precipitation sits slightly below the national average, creating a semi-arid plains climate.
Warmest quarter in Colorado's county ranks
Morgan County's 49.0°F average ranks it among Colorado's warmest counties, sitting 3.0°F above the state average of 46.0°F. Only a handful of Colorado counties run hotter, mostly in the far southeast.
Marginally cooler than Montezuma and Montrose
Morgan (49.0°F) sits just below Montezuma (48.8°F) and Montrose (48.2°F) in the warm-county hierarchy, but its 58 extreme heat days vastly exceed both neighbors. This northeastern plains location experiences more intense summer heat despite a similar annual average.
Intense summers, cold snaps, modest snowfall
Morgan's summer average of 71.5°F includes 58 days reaching 90°F or hotter—triple that of Montezuma and significantly hotter than any nearby county. Winters average 27.4°F with only 27.5 inches of snow, making it one of Colorado's least snowy regions despite harsh cold snaps.
Heavy-duty AC and heat-resistant landscaping essential
Residents face 58 days of extreme heat annually, making robust air conditioning a non-negotiable investment. Limited snowfall reduces shoveling burden, but rapid temperature swings between seasons demand flexible HVAC systems and heat-resistant outdoor materials to withstand intense summer sun.
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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.