Best Time to Visit Denver, Colorado, USA
Denver is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Denver for sunny, dry weather is June and September — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through September–March; the wetter half falls in April–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -0.3°C / 31.5°F in January to 23.3°C / 73.9°F in July, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (January) to 65 mm / 2.6 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Denver, Colorado, United States of America's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Denver's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 20.1°C68.2°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 17.3°C63.1°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Denver?
The best time to visit Denver for sunny, dry weather is June, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 23.3°C / 73.9°F, and the driest is January with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Denver's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Denver?
The rainy season at Denver, Colorado runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 37 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is May (65 mm / 2.6 in).
What is the driest month in Denver?
The driest month in Denver is January, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -0.3°C / 31.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Denver?
The least comfortable months for travel to Denver — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, April, May, July, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 65 mm / 2.6 in in May, and the coldest month averages -0.3°C / 31.5°F.
Is Denver climate different from United States of America overall?
Yes, usually. Our Denver figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United States of America figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Denver specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.