Mesa Verde National Park Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Mesa Verde National 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
With significant temperature fluctuations, Mesa Verde National Park enjoys distinct seasons year-round. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around -7°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Mesa Verde National Park by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 49 mm of snowfall spread over roughly 7 days. For more information, please visit our Mesa Verde National 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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Mesa Verde National Park Temperatures Compared World Wide
Mesa Verde National Park’s average annual maximum temperature is 15°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
On the other hand, in cooler months, especially when temperatures dip below 10°C, high humidity can intensify the cold. This makes the air feel much colder than it really is.
In Mesa Verde National Park, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 62% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 2°C. In the warmest month, July, the humidity is 32% combined with an average maximum temperature of 28°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
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.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Mesa Verde National Park. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Mesa Verde National Park’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Mesa Verde National Park climate page.
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