Geography of Pikes Peak
Geography of Pikes Peak: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Pikes Peak
Garden of the Gods is 10 mi to the east, Denver is 62 mi to the north, Area Code 303 is 62 mi to the north and Denver County is 62 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 38°50′27.2″N 105°2′39.1″W (38.8409, -105.0442)
Quick facts about Pikes Peak
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| State | Colorado |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°50′27.2″N 105°2′39.1″W (38.8409, -105.0442) |
| Elevation | 14.114 ft |
| Known for | the inspiration for America the Beautiful |
| Local time | 1:41 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Pikes Peak is a mountain in Colorado. Pikes Peak is a mountain known as the inspiration for America the Beautiful. It sits at 14.114 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 42°F (6°C) in Pikes Peak with overcast. It feels like 33°F. Today runs from 38°F to 56°F. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Pikes Peak is June, July and August. The climate is polar. March, April and May tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 54°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -8°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 73 mi away. Nearby highlights include Garden of the Gods, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park and Hanging Lake.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 56°F is 3.6°F above the 53°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Pikes Peak today at 7.8/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Pikes Peak 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 | 11° | -8° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 18° | -1° | 1,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 23° | 3° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 28° | 8° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 34° | 15° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 51° | 30° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 54° | 34° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 53° | 33° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 46° | 26° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 37° | 17° | 1,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 23° | 4° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 18° | -0° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pikes Peak?
Pikes Peak is a mountain in Colorado. Its coordinates are 38.8409, -105.0442. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Pikes Peak right now?
It is currently 42°F (6°C) with overcast. Humidity is 96% and wind is 17 mph.
When is the best time to visit Pikes Peak?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Pikes Peak, which has a polar climate. March, April and May are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Pikes Peak in?
Pikes Peak observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 1:41 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Pikes Peak?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 73 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Pikes Peak?
Popular options include Garden of the Gods, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Hanging Lake, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 23, 2026 at 1:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
