Walsenburg, CO has a semi-arid climate with little to moderate amounts of precipitation throughout the year. Summers are hot and dry while winters are cold, with occasional snowfall. Winters can be especially cold and temperatures can drop below freezing for extended periods of time. Precipitation is generally scarce during the summer months, but does increase during monsoon season in late summer. During spring and fall months, temperatures are mild and pleasant with low humidity. Overall, Walsenburg enjoys a comfortable climate year round with varying temperatures that make it an ideal place to live or visit.
Walsenburg, Colorado gets 19 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Walsenburg averages 91 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 272 sunny days per year in Walsenburg. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Walsenburg gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 81 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 86 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 18
Rain: averages 19 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 91 inches of snow a year