Ute Mountain

Mountain Prominent mesa-like summit in southwestern Colorado

A prominent peak on Colorado’s southwestern plateau near Ute Mountain Ute tribal lands. Hikers and sightseers visit for sandstone formations, regional panoramas and archaeological viewpoints.

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Ute Mountain
37.2842, -108.7787

How to Get to Ute Mountain #

Regional roads and trailheads vary by county; consult local BLM or park services for access routes and any tribal land considerations.

Tips for Visiting Ute Mountain #

  • If exploring Ute Mountain areas in southwest Colorado, check for tribal land boundaries and permits - some sections are under tribal jurisdiction.
  • The high-desert environment can be deceivingly dry: plan water and shade for excursions.

Best Time to Visit Ute Mountain #

Best visited in the milder months; winter conditions can bring snow and limited access.

Late spring-early autumn
May-Sep · 5-25°C
Warm days and cool nights; the most comfortable window for hiking and ridge walks.

Weather & Climate near Ute Mountain #

Climate

Ute Mountain's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (572 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 10°

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 21 mm.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 26°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
10° 25°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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