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September in Estes Park brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). The excellent weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Estes Park typically drop from around 28°C (82°F) at the start of September to approximately 23°C (73°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 13°C (55°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Estes Park spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Estes Park between 1997 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during September.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Estes Park in September, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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