Geography of Colorado
Geography of Colorado: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Colorado
Wyoming is 97 mi to the north, Arches National Park is 256 mi to the west, Moab is 257 mi to the west and Grand County is 257 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903)
Quick facts about Colorado
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903) |
| Capital | Denver |
| Population | 5.900.000 |
| Area | 104.093 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | CO |
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 2:40 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by national park in Colorado
4 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Colorado
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by state park in Colorado
2 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Colorado
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Colorado
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in Colorado
1 counties mapped in this atlas
Summary
Colorado is a state in United States. Colorado is a US state with its capital at Denver. It has a population of about 5.9 million. The capital is Denver.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Colorado with overcast. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 64°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 27%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Colorado is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 16°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 19 mi away. Nearby highlights include Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mesa Verde National Park and Rocky Mountain National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 97°F is 8.3°F above the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Colorado today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Colorado month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 16° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 22° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 31° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 37° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 71° | 44° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 57° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 92° | 62° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 89° | 60° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 51° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 41° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 54° | 28° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 25° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Colorado?
Colorado is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.7392, -104.9903. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Colorado right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 36% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Colorado?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Colorado, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Colorado in?
Colorado observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 2:40 PM.
How many people live in Colorado?
Colorado has a population of approximately 5.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Colorado?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 19 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Colorado?
Popular options include Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Garden of the Gods and Hanging Lake.
What places are in Colorado?
Colorado covers 11 places in this atlas, including Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Aspen and Denver.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 2:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
