Weather in Telluride
What's the weather like in Telluride?
Telluride has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July, with overnight lows around -11°C (12°F) and 8°C (47°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Telluride are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 37.938, -107.812
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 32°F | -11°C / 12°F | 62 mm | 11 | — |
| February | 1°C / 33°F | -10°C / 14°F | 61 mm | 11 | — |
| March | 4°C / 39°F | -7°C / 19°F | 74 mm | 12 | — |
| April | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 25°F | 56 mm | 11 | — |
| May | 12°C / 54°F | -1°C / 31°F | 55 mm | 12 | — |
| June | 20°C / 68°F | 4°C / 38°F | 30 mm | 8 | — |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 47°F | 91 mm | 17 | — |
| August | 22°C / 71°F | 8°C / 46°F | 75 mm | 14 | — |
| September | 19°C / 66°F | 5°C / 40°F | 46 mm | 10 | — |
| October | 12°C / 53°F | -1°C / 30°F | 46 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 5°C / 41°F | -8°C / 17°F | 49 mm | 8 | — |
| December | 1°C / 33°F | -11°C / 11°F | 64 mm | 11 | — |
Telluride by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Telluride?
The most comfortable months in Telluride are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Telluride?
July is typically the hottest month in Telluride, averaging a high of 23°C (73°F).
What is the coldest month in Telluride?
December is usually the coldest, with average lows around -11°C (11°F).
Does it snow in Telluride?
Snow is rare in Telluride; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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