Estes Park (CO) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Estes Park’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Estes Park experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 26°C in July to a cold 2°C in the coolest month, December. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -8°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Estes Park by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 71 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 17 days. For more information, please visit our Estes Park Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Estes Park Temperatures Compared World Wide
Estes Park’s average annual maximum temperature is 13°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Estes Park’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Estes Park climate page.
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