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Best time to visit Denver
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
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Best time to visit Denver, United States
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3-7°C, sunny with occasional snow | low | low |
⚠ High altitude can cause altitude sickness; acclimatize. | |
| February | 0-10°C, sunny with light snow | low | low |
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| March | 4-15°C, variable sun and snow | low | low |
⚠ Weather can be unpredictable, with late-season snowstorms possible. | |
| April | 7-18°C, sunny with rain and snow showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Spring snow can still impact outdoor activities. | |
| May | 12-22°C, mostly sunny with occasional rain | moderate | moderate |
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| June | 17-27°C, mostly sunny and dry | high | high |
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| July | 19-30°C, sunny with afternoon thunderstorms | peak | peak |
⚠ Afternoon thunderstorms are common; seek shelter. | |
| August | 19-29°C, sunny with occasional afternoon thunderstorms | high | high |
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| September | 14-25°C, mostly sunny and dry | moderate | high |
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| October | 8-19°C, sunny with crisp air | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Snow is possible, especially later in the month. | |
| November | 1-11°C, sunny with increasing snow chances | low | low |
⚠ Temperatures drop significantly; snow can accumulate. | |
| December | -2-8°C, sunny with snow possible | high | high |
⚠ Holiday travel can increase crowds and prices. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
April
Denver Restaurant Week
A week-long culinary event featuring prix-fixe menus at various Denver restaurants.
May
Denver Day of Rock
A free, one-day music festival held in downtown Denver.
June
Denver Arts Festival
An outdoor festival showcasing juried artists from across the country.
June
Taste of Colorado
A major food and music festival held in Civic Center Park.
July
Colorado Rockies Baseball
Catch a Major League Baseball game at Coors Field.
September
Great American Beer Festival
One of the nation's largest beer festivals, featuring hundreds of breweries.
September
Denver Film Festival
An annual film festival showcasing independent and international cinema.
December
Christmas Markets
Traditional European-style Christmas markets pop up around the city.
Insider timing tips
- •The 'Mile High City' altitude requires acclimatization for many visitors; plan for a slower pace upon arrival.
- •While summer is popular, late spring (May) and early fall (September) offer pleasant weather with fewer peak-season crowds and slightly lower prices.
- •Denver experiences a semi-arid climate; expect significant temperature swings between day and night, even in summer.
- •Afternoon thunderstorms are common during the summer monsoon season (July-August), so plan outdoor activities for mornings.
- •Ski season typically kicks off in November, but reliable snow conditions for higher resorts are more common from December through March.
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