Prowers County Climate
Prowers County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
53.5°F
Annual Precip
15.6"
Annual Snowfall
25.6"
Extreme Heat Days
76
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
6a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,706
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Prowers County
Climate Verdict
Prowers County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 53.5°F, semi-arid conditions with only 15.6 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 76 days annually above 90°F, moderate snowfall of 25.6 inches annually. 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 warm — July averages 78.4°F. The 48°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Prowers County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Prowers County is 7.6°F warmer than the Colorado statewide average of 45.9°F, the county experiences 49.38396573444193 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Prowers County Weather
Prowers runs 7°F hotter than U.S. average
With an annual average temperature of 53.5°F, Prowers County is significantly warmer than the national median of 46.5°F, putting it in the semi-arid High Plains climate zone. The county receives 15.6 inches of precipitation annually, slightly below the national average of 18.2 inches, creating a drier, more temperature-extreme environment typical of eastern Colorado.
One of Colorado's warmest counties
Prowers County ranks as one of the state's hottest places, with its 53.5°F annual average sitting 7.5°F above Colorado's statewide average of 46.0°F. This heat advantage makes it one of the warmest counties in the state, rivaled only by a handful of lower-elevation eastern plain counties.
Warmer plains, cooler than western peers
Prowers' 53.5°F average falls between Pueblo County's 52.3°F to the south and the much cooler Rio Blanco County at 45.0°F to the northwest. As a High Plains county, Prowers remains substantially warmer than Colorado's high-elevation western slope neighbors like San Juan County (34.7°F), but slightly warmer than neighboring Pueblo.
Hot summers, mild winters, frequent heat
Summer temperatures average 75.9°F while winters average 31.5°F, but the real story is the 76 days per year when temperatures exceed 90°F—among the highest in the state. Prowers receives 25.6 inches of snow annually, moderate for the region, with January averaging a chilly 30.2°F and July reaching 78.4°F.
Prepare for intense summer heat and dry conditions
With 76 extreme heat days annually, residents need robust air conditioning and should plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening hours during summer. The low precipitation (15.6 inches yearly) means water conservation matters year-round, while winter snow and cold require standard heating and winter vehicle preparation despite the milder overall season.
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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.