City in Colorado

Current Local Time in Denver

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

☁️ 75°F now🕔 10:11 AM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September👥 715.000

Current local time in Denver

10:11 AM
Saturday, August 22, 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🌓 First quarter · 69%
Moonrise4:35 PM
Moonset12:45 AM

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

Quick facts about Denver

TypeCity
StateColorado
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903)
Population715.000
Known forMile High City and Rockies gateway
Local time10:11 AM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimateContinental

Local time by airport in Denver

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Local time by zip / postal code in Denver

1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas

Local time by area code in Denver

1 area codes mapped in this atlas

Summary

Denver is a city in Colorado. Denver is known for Mile High City and Rockies gateway. It has a population of about 715.000.

Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Denver 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 Denver 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 Rocky Mountain National Park, Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak and Hanging Lake.

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 Denver today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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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 Denver?

Denver is a city in Colorado. Its coordinates are 39.7392, -104.9903. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Denver 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 Denver?

June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Denver, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Denver in?

Denver observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 10:11 AM.

How many people live in Denver?

Denver has a population of approximately 715.000.

What is the nearest airport to Denver?

The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 19 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Denver?

Popular options include Rocky Mountain National Park, Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Hanging Lake, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

What places are in Denver?

Denver covers 3 places in this atlas, including Denver International Airport, ZIP Code 80202 and Area Code 303.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 22, 2026 at 10:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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