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Highlands Ranch (CO) Climate by Month

The temperature in Highlands Ranch can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. The city tends toward drier weather patterns. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Highlands Ranch. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 6°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -8°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Highlands Ranch maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 485 mm. Highlands Ranch can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 66 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days. In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 16 mm of snow/rainfall, spread across 6 snowy/rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Highlands Ranch can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in November, with only 6.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Denver, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Denver, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Highlands Ranch?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Highlands Ranch have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January and November are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Highlands Ranch?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Highlands Ranch?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Highlands Ranch?
    May tops the wettest month list with 66 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Highlands Ranch?
    January is the driest month with 16 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Highlands Ranch?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 323 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Highlands Ranch (CO)

    Sat   Nov 23
    20°C | 7°C
    S 25 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    15°C | -1°C
    W 22 km/h
    1.6 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    9°C | -3°C
    E 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain