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Colorado
United States

Colorado

Rocky Mountains, skiing, hiking, and outdoor adventures

Best time: Dec-Apr, Jun-Sep · Typical stay: 2–4 days

Monthly overview

Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.

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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasons

Dec-Apr

-10-10°C

Peak ski season, powder days, Aspen/Vail packed, extremely expensive

Crowds: very-highPrice: very-high

Jun-Sep

12-28°C

Perfect hiking weather, 14ers season, trail running, high altitude sunshine

Crowds: very-highPrice: high

May, Oct-Nov

-2-20°C

Shoulder season, aspens turning gold (Oct), unpredictable weather, good deals

Crowds: moderatePrice: moderate

Top experiences

  • Rocky Mountain National ParkTrail Ridge Road and hiking
  • Aspen Ski ResortWorld-class skiing
  • Garden of the GodsRed rock formations near Colorado Springs
  • Maroon BellsMost photographed peaks in North America
  • Mesa Verde National ParkAncient cliff dwellings

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