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Current Local Time in Colorado

Current local time and time zone in Colorado, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 77°F now🕔 10:11 AM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September👥 5.9 million

Current local time in Colorado

10:11 AM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now4:11 PM
Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset7:46 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset7:46 PM
Daylight13h 27m
Solar noon1:02 PM
Golden hour (am)6:19 AM - 7:19 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:46 PM - 7:46 PM
Blue hour (am)5:49 AM - 6:19 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:46 PM - 8:16 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 78%
Moonrise5:25 PM
Moonset1:35 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Colorado

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903)
CapitalDenver
Population5.900.000
Area104.093 sq mi
AbbreviationCO
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
Local time10:11 AM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

Local time by national park in Colorado

4 national parks mapped in this atlas

Local time by city in Colorado

2 cities mapped in this atlas

Local time by state park in Colorado

2 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas

Local time by unesco world heritage site in Colorado

1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas

Local time by mountain in Colorado

1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas

Local time 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 77°F (25°C) in Colorado with overcast. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 62°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 37%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - 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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is 2.7°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 9.4/10. 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: 39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903)

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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 77°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 42% and wind is 6 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 10:11 AM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 10:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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