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Current Local Time in Rocky Mountain National Park

Current local time and time zone in Rocky Mountain National Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 49°F now🕔 5:22 AM local📅 Best: June, July, August and September

Current local time in Rocky Mountain National Park

5:22 AM
Monday, October 5, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now11:22 AM
Sunrise7:03 AM
Sunset6:38 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:03 AM
Sunset6:38 PM
Daylight11h 35m
Solar noon12:50 PM
Golden hour (am)7:03 AM - 8:03 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:38 PM - 6:38 PM
Blue hour (am)6:33 AM - 7:03 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:38 PM - 7:08 PM
Moon phase🌗 Last quarter · 35%
Moonrise1:15 AM
Moonset4:15 PM

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Quick facts about Rocky Mountain National Park

TypeNational park
StateColorado
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates40°20′34.1″N 105°41′1″W (40.3428, -105.6836)
Established1915
Known forTrail Ridge Road and alpine tundra
Local time5:22 AM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsJune, July, August and September
ClimatePolar

Summary

Rocky Mountain National Park is a national park in Colorado. Rocky Mountain National Park is a US national park known for Trail Ridge Road and alpine tundra.

Right now it is 49°F (9°C) in Rocky Mountain National Park with clear. It feels like 34°F. Today runs from 47°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is polar. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 70°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 4°F.

The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 63 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hanging Lake, Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 64°F is 13.5°F above the 51°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Rocky Mountain National Park today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 40°20′34.1″N 105°41′1″W (40.3428, -105.6836)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rocky Mountain National Park?

Rocky Mountain National Park is a national park in Colorado. Its coordinates are 40.3428, -105.6836. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Rocky Mountain National Park right now?

It is currently 49°F (9°C) with clear. Humidity is 28% and wind is 22 mph.

When is the best time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park?

June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Rocky Mountain National Park, which has a polar climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Rocky Mountain National Park in?

Rocky Mountain National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 5:22 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Rocky Mountain National Park?

The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 63 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park?

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

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 October 5, 2026 at 5:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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