Denver Travel Guide
Denver travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Air Quality Alert issued August 21 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
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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.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Denver
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903)
Weather in Denver right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:54 AM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 97° / 64°
Overcast · 27% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 94° / 64°
Light drizzle · 51% rain · wind 18 mph
Quick facts about Denver
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Colorado |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°44′21.1″N 104°59′25.1″W (39.7392, -104.9903) |
| Population | 715.000 |
| Known for | Mile High City and Rockies gateway |
| Local time | 1:54 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Denver
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Denver.
Best time to visit Denver
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Denver
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver International Airport | DEN | 19 mi | Denver |
Airports in Denver
1 airports mapped in this atlas
ZIP and postal codes in Denver
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Area codes in Denver
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Explore Denver
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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 1:54 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 22, 2026 at 1:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
