Basalt (CO) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Basalt experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to very cold weather.
It maintains fairly dry conditions year-round.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Basalt is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 2°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -12°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
With annual rain/snowfall averaging 409 mm, Basalt maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives moderate rainfall, averaging 45 mm of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 18 mm over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Basalt Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Basalt.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 64%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Basalt in the United States of America
During the months of June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 45 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 18 mm of precipitation.
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