Climate Comfort Score
47/100
Moderate
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Divide, Colorado has an average annual temperature of 39°F and a climate comfort score of 47/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals 20.0". Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
39°F (4°C)
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
27°F
Annual Precip
20.0"
Comfort Score
47/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
39°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
20.0"
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Divide) 47.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Divide area.
Warming context for Divide
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Divide captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 9°F (-13°C) | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7" | 31.0 | 0.0 |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 11°F (-12°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.7" | 27.7 | 0.0 |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 18°F (-8°C) | 29°F (-1°C) | 1.4" | 29.7 | 0.0 |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1" | 27.0 | 0.0 |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 31°F (0°C) | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0" | 16.8 | 0.0 |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8" | 1.3 | 0.0 |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 47°F (8°C) | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 45°F (7°C) | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2" | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9" | 3.0 | 0.0 |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 27°F (-3°C) | 40°F (5°C) | 0.9" | 20.2 | 0.0 |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 18°F (-8°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7" | 28.0 | 0.0 |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 12°F (-11°C) | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.7" | 31.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January 0.7"
February 0.7"
March 1.4"
April 2.1"
May 2.0"
June 1.8"
July 3.7"
August 3.2"
September 1.9"
October 0.9"
November 0.7"
December 0.7"
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
September 21
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
June 1
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
9,425
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
4
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Divide, CO
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Divide, Colorado as a location with an annual average temperature of 39°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 52°F to a mean daily low of 27°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00052294, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Divide receives roughly 20.0 inches of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near June 1 and the first fall freeze near September 21. For energy use, 9,425 heating degree days and 4 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Divide scores 47/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for January-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Divide, CO? ▼
The average annual temperature in Divide, Colorado is 39°F. The warmest month averages 74°F (24°C) and the coldest averages 9°F (-13°C).
How much rain does Divide get? ▼
Divide receives 20.0 inches of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Divide? ▼
Divide has a climate comfort score of 47/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Divide? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Divide.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Divide? ▼
Divide has 9,425 heating degree days and 4 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Divide climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USC00052294. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USC00052294. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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