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Cortez (CO) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Cortez is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. The city tends toward drier weather patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Cortez, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -11°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Cortez typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 326 mm. Cortez can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 44 mm of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 10 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Cortez Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Cortez (CO)

Mon   Dec 23
12°C | -5°C
W 7 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
11°C | -6°C
SW 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
6°C | -3°C
W 4 m/s
1.5 mm
broken clouds and sleet

broken clouds and sleet

The best time of year to visit Cortez in the United States of America

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Cortez?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Cortez have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of March, April, June and November are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Cortez?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cortez?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cortez?
    August tops the wettest month list with 44 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cortez?
    June is the driest month with 10 mm of precipitation.

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