Idledale, CO has a pleasant climate year-round. During the winter months, it tends to be cold and snowy with an average temperature of about 32 degrees Fahrenheit. In the summertime, however, temperatures can rise to the mid-80s making it quite warm and pleasant. The mountain town enjoys sunshine nearly every day of the year and is often considered a great place for outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, and snowboarding. On the rare occasion that it rains in Idledale, residents welcome the moisture since it helps keep their gardens green and vibrant!
Idledale, Colorado gets 19 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Idledale averages 69 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 245 sunny days per year in Idledale. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Idledale gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 80 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 87 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 20
Rain: averages 19 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 69 inches of snow a year