Geography of Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Geography of Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site): location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Mesa Verde National Park is 0 mi to the north, San Juan County is 78 mi to the west, Monument Valley is 92 mi to the west and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 101 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 37°13′51.2″N 108°27′42.5″W (37.2309, -108.4618)
Quick facts about Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| State | Colorado |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°13′51.2″N 108°27′42.5″W (37.2309, -108.4618) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1978 |
| Known for | Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings |
| Local time | 12:21 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Colorado. Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with overcast. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 48°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is May, 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 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 15°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 273 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mesa Verde National Park, Monument Valley, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Canyonlands National Park.
In plain terms. Today is much colder than average for September. The forecast high of 53°F is 19.3°F below the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) today at 9.3/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) 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 | 35° | 15° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 19° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 27° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 32° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 40° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 81° | 53° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 84° | 57° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 82° | 56° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 48° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 38° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 26° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 40° | 20° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Colorado. Its coordinates are 37.2309, -108.4618. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) in?
Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 12:21 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 273 mi away and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 310 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)?
Popular options include Mesa Verde National Park, Monument Valley, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park and Arches National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 September 30, 2026 at 12:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
