Black Hawk, CO has a temperate climate with cold winters and warm summers. Temperatures range from an average low of 24°F (-4°C) in January to an average high of 86°F (30°C) in July and August. The area receives about 17 inches (43 cm) of precipitation each year, most of which falls during April through June and October through December. It is also subject to frequent temperature changes due to its elevation, which is 8,000 feet above sea level. Snowfall can occur anytime between October and May, although the amount varies each year. In general, Black Hawk offers mild temperatures that encourage outdoor activities throughout the year.
Black Hawk, Colorado gets 21 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Black Hawk averages 147 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 242 sunny days per year in Black Hawk. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Black Hawk gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 120 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 75 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 9
Rain: averages 21 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 147 inches of snow a year