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Wheat Ridge (CO) Climate by Month

Wheat Ridge experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. Wheat Ridge has a dry climate with relatively low precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Wheat Ridge is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July to a chilly 7°C in December. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -8°C in December.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Wheat Ridge maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 442 mm. The seasons in Wheat Ridge, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 75 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 14 mm over 5 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Wheat Ridge, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 6.5 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Denver, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Denver, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Wheat Ridge?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Wheat Ridge have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January and November are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Wheat Ridge?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Wheat Ridge?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Wheat Ridge?
    May tops the wettest month list with 75 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Wheat Ridge?
    January is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Wheat Ridge?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 323 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Wheat Ridge (CO)

    Sat   Nov 23
    19°C | 5°C
    SW 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    14°C | 0°C
    NE 18 km/h
    1.1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    8°C | -2°C
    E 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain