Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Map
Interactive map of Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 64°F (18°C) in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with overcast. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 57°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
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 about average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) today at 9.4/10. 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.
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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 | 4:37 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Getting to Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Denver International Airport (DEN) · 273 mi
- Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) · 310 mi
- Moab · 110 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
- Aspen · 162 mi · roughly 3.7 h driving
- Santa Fe · 176 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
- Albuquerque · 179 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
- Sedona · 246 mi · roughly 5.7 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver International Airport | DEN | 273 mi | Denver |
| Salt Lake City International Airport | SLC | 310 mi | Salt Lake City |
Things to do in Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
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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 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 65% and wind is 7 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 4:37 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 August 24, 2026 at 4:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
