Climate Comfort Score
32/100
Below Average
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Monte Vista, CO Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Monte Vista, Colorado has an average annual temperature of 40°F and a climate comfort score of 32/100 (Below Average). Annual precipitation totals 9.2", including 35.4" of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
40°F (5°C)
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
22°F
Annual Precip
9.2"
Annual Snow
35.4"
Comfort Score
32/100
Below Average
Avg Annual Temperature
40°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
9.2"
Plus 35.4" of snow
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Monte Vista) 32.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Below Average for the Monte Vista area.
Warming context for Monte Vista
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Monte Vista 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 | Snow | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | -2°F (-19°C) | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.4" | 6.0" | 31.0 | 0.0 |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 5°F (-15°C) | 22°F (-5°C) | 0.3" | 4.5" | 27.9 | 0.0 |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 16°F (-9°C) | 34°F (1°C) | 0.7" | 6.5" | 30.7 | 0.0 |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 22°F (-5°C) | 41°F (5°C) | 0.7" | 4.8" | 27.7 | 0.0 |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 31°F (0°C) | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8" | 1.2" | 14.4 | 0.0 |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 38°F (3°C) | 58°F (14°C) | 0.5" | 0.0" | 2.0 | 0.2 |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 45°F (7°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5" | 0.0" | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 43°F (6°C) | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6" | 0.0" | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 35°F (2°C) | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1" | 0.0" | 7.3 | 0.0 |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 23°F (-5°C) | 42°F (6°C) | 0.8" | 2.8" | 27.1 | 0.0 |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 12°F (-11°C) | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.4" | 3.9" | 29.7 | 0.0 |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 0°F (-18°C) | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.4" | 5.7" | 31.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall and snowfall
January 0.4"
Snow: 6.0"
3.5 days with precipitation
February 0.3"
Snow: 4.5"
3.5 days with precipitation
March 0.7"
Snow: 6.5"
3.7 days with precipitation
April 0.7"
Snow: 4.8"
4.2 days with precipitation
May 0.8"
Snow: 1.2"
5.2 days with precipitation
June 0.5"
4.2 days with precipitation
July 1.5"
10.1 days with precipitation
August 1.6"
11.1 days with precipitation
September 1.1"
7.2 days with precipitation
October 0.8"
Snow: 2.8"
5.1 days with precipitation
November 0.4"
Snow: 3.9"
3.4 days with precipitation
December 0.4"
Snow: 5.7"
3.5 days with precipitation
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
September 13
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
June 11
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
8,950
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
15
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
January
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Monte Vista, CO
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Monte Vista, Colorado as a location with an annual average temperature of 40°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 59°F to a mean daily low of 22°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USC00055706, 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. Monte Vista receives roughly 9.2 inches of precipitation each year, with 35.4 inches typically falling as snow. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near June 11 and the first fall freeze near September 13. For energy use, 8,950 heating degree days and 15 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Monte Vista scores 32/100 (Below Average), 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 Monte Vista, CO? ▼
The average annual temperature in Monte Vista, Colorado is 40°F. The warmest month averages 80°F (27°C) and the coldest averages -2°F (-19°C).
How much rain does Monte Vista get? ▼
Monte Vista receives 9.2 inches of precipitation annually, including 35.4 inches of snow. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Monte Vista? ▼
Monte Vista has a climate comfort score of 32/100 (Below Average). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Monte Vista? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Monte Vista.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Monte Vista? ▼
Monte Vista has 8,950 heating degree days and 15 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 Monte Vista 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 USC00055706. 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: USC00055706. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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