Crested Butte (CO) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Crested Butte is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to very cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Crested Butte, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a very cold -2°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -17°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Crested Butte receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 638 mm. The seasons in Crested Butte, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate snowfall, with an average of 84 mm of precipitation. This snowfall is distributed across 17 snowy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 17 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte.
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 Crested Butte in the United States of America
During the months of June, July and August 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 coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -2°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 84 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
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