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Gary Gulick Office: (303) 716-7300 Fax: (303) 716-3300 Mobile: (303) 562-9700 Email: realestate@metrobroker.com |
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Metro Broker 445 Union Blvd. Lakewood, Colorado 80228 |
| Denver's Climate |
| Nothing about Denver is more misunderstood than the city's climate. Located just east of a high mountain barrier and a long distance from any moisture source, Denver has a mild, dry and arid climate. The city receives only 8-15 inches (20.3 - 38 cm) of precipitation a year (about the same as Los Angeles), and records 300 days of sunshine a year -- more annual hours of sun than San Diego or Miami Beach. Winters are mild with an average daily high of 45 degrees Fahrenheit, 7 degrees Celsius in February, warmer than New York, Boston, Chicago or St. Louis. Snow does fall, but it usually melts in a short time. Golf courses remain open all year and have been played on as many as 30 days in January. Chinook winds (a wind blowing down from a mountain that gains heat as it loses elevation) can bring 60 degree F (16 degrees C) weather to Denver at any time throughout the winter. In summer, dry relative humidity makes Denver feel cool and comfortable, offering natural air conditioning. Fall is a particularly delightful time to visit the city and make day excursions to the mountains to view the colorful changing of the aspens, an event that takes place from mid-September until mid-October. |
| Denver Weather - What to Wear in Denver and Colorado |
| When it comes to Denver weather, there's no need for guessing games. Before you pack for your trip, check out our clothing guide. You'll find a basic outline of routine attire sectioned by season. Just scroll to find the season of choice, and then get ready to pack for the trip of a lifetime! Enjoy our Denver weather! SPRING: Springtime visitors to Denver and Colorado will find balmy, sunny days with cool evenings. With the Denver weather being so comfortable, medium weight clothing such as a comfortable pantsuit for women or a lightweight jacket for men will be most appropriate. Ties for men are seldom necessary except for business occasions or in the more formal restaurants. Denver weather is usually mild and dry. SUMMER: Cool, casual clothing is ideal for our warm, sunny summer days in Denver. Sunglasses are a must with more than 300 days of sunny Denver weather. When the sun goes down, the Denver weather may change. Evenings can be cool, so it might be advisable to have a light sweater on hand. Summer days in the mountains are quite pleasant. However, summer storms can arise suddenly and those who venture into the backcountry are strongly advised to have long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and a warm jacket close at hand. FALL: Denver weather in the fall is pleasantly similar to Spring with warm days and cool evenings. Medium weight clothing with a jacket and/or topcoat for evenings should prove a comfortable combination in this Denver weather. A visit to the mountains will generally require warmer clothing. However, daytime temperatures can vary from warm to crisp, so several layers of medium weight clothes (shirts, sweaters, and jackets) will allow adjustment for maximum comfort. WINTER: Winter days are generally a combination of warm sun and crisp air. Daytime temperatures can vary from below freezing to above 60 degrees, so layers of medium weight clothing together with a warm jacket or overcoat are desirable. Many may think Denver weather is full of snow, but that's actually not true. Snow falls infrequently in Denver and usually disappears quickly; however, a pair of boots should be included in the wardrobe. Remember, because our Denver weather is typically mild and dry, golf and tennis can be enjoyed year -round! Wintertime in the mountains can become very cool, but warm sunshine frequently makes the heaviest clothing unnecessary. Nevertheless, and particularly for evenings in the mountains, thermal underwear and very warm outer clothing such as heavy sweaters, ski jackets, and warm-up pants are advisable. |
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GARY GULICK METRO BROKER 445 Union Blvd.; Lakewood, Colorado 80228 Office: (303) 716-7300; Fax: (303) 716-3300 Mobile: (303) 562-9700 Email: realestate@metrobroker.com  Home - Property Search - Listings - Map - Education - Jobs - Recreation - Government - Utilities - Hospitals - Weather - Transportation |
