Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Weather History, Monthly Averages & Best Time to Visit

CORocky Mountain8,000 ft

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Best Time to Visit

RecommendedJune - September

July and August have the most accessible trails and roads.

AvoidOctober - May (many roads and facilities closed due to snow)

Tip: High-elevation areas may have snow into July. Check road status before visiting.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Montrose, CO, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 90°F / Low: 58°F
Coldest MonthJanuaryAvg High: 39°F / Low: 16°F
Jan
39°/ 16°
💧 2.3"
❄️ 1.6"
Feb
45°/ 21°
💧 2.3"
❄️ 1.8"
Mar
55°/ 29°
💧 2.6"
❄️ 2.1"
Apr
63°/ 35°
💧 3.1"
❄️ 1.4"
May
73°/ 43°
💧 3.4"
❄️ 0.7"
Jun
85°/ 52°
💧 3.3"
Jul
90°/ 58°
💧 3.2"
Aug
86°/ 56°
💧 3.5"
Sep
79°/ 48°
💧 4.3"
Oct
65°/ 36°
💧 4.3"
❄️ 2.8"
Nov
51°/ 26°
💧 3.3"
❄️ 1.7"
Dec
40°/ 17°
💧 2.6"
❄️ 1.8"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

Data from Montrose, CO. Expect ~28°F cooler at elevation.

Official NPS Websitenps.gov/blca