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Colorado Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colorado, the United States of America in September.

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Planning a journey to Colorado, the United States of America this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Colorado in September

Colorado, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. Colorado, the United States of America offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In September, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Tordal Estates at 14°C (57°F) to warm in La Junta at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in La Junta and 1°C (34°F) in Tordal Estates.

For specific regional insights in Colorado, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Pueblo with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Silverton with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Explore Colorado by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Colorado — and find the best time to visit. (based on Breckenridge)

January-1°C (30°F) February-1°C (30°F) March4°C (39°F) April7°C (45°F) May12°C (54°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August20°C (68°F) September17°C (63°F) October10°C (50°F) November4°C (39°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Colorado in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Colorado.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Colorado

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Colorado, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Colorado (September)

Precipitation variation in Colorado (September)

Breckenridge

In September Breckenridge generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Breckenridge →

Estes Park

In September Estes Park generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Estes Park →

Pagosa Springs

In September Pagosa Springs generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Pagosa Springs →

Telluride

In September Telluride generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Telluride →

Denver

In September Denver generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
306 hours
270 hours
253 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colorado in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Breckenridge 17°C (63°F) 2°C (36°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Estes Park 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Pagosa Springs 24°C (75°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Telluride 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Denver 26°C (79°F) 10°C (50°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Snowmass Village 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Colorado weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colorado, the United States of America in September?

September in Colorado, the United States of America brings tolerable weather. In Breckenridge, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in Colorado, the United States of America in September?

Average temperatures in Colorado, the United States of America during September range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Breckenridge.

Does Colorado, the United States of America get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Colorado, the United States of America during September, with Breckenridge averaging close to 42 mm (1.7 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Colorado, the United States of America?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Breckenridge, September might be a good time to visit Colorado, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Breckenridge. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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