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A Guide to Colorado’s Four Seasons

Published
Oct 22, 2024

As the famous Colorado saying goes – “Tis a privilege to live in Colorado! 

Situated in the heart of the Rockies, many residents of other states tend to think that the whole state of Colorado is nothing but mountains with snow all year round. That couldn’t be further from the truth. Colorado offers a colorful canvas of four distinct seasons, a place where residents, visitors, and newcomers can experience the brilliance of spring’s wildflowers, the summer sun, the display of autumn’s leaves, and the inevitable switch to the snowfall of winter.

In reality, Colorado has about 300 days of sunshine every year, outshining the national average. This generous sunshine graces each season, giving a daily reminder that the state’s everyday experience is going to be a bright one.

While touched at times by unpredictability, Colorado’s weather seldom ceases to amaze residents, who, in turn, adapt and thrive in this diverse climate. Whether it’s turning snowfall into skiing adventures or summer storms into an excuse to cozy up indoors, Colorado residents are pros when it comes to embracing the adage “If you don’t like the weather in Colorado, wait five minutes.” 

Our spring season can mean bright sunny days on the Front Range, and carving tracks on the slopes on one of the many ski resorts on the Western Slope. The Front Range, where Painted Prairie sits, is marked by slow-warming temperatures and blossoming flowers, offering residents a gentle transition into summer.

Summertime in Colorado is the perfect time for exploring the countless trails, and visiting our state and national parks – all while enjoying a dry and relatively low-humidity climate. The Pacific Ocean-influenced weather along the Front Range and on the Western Slope provides for warm, comfortable days for a mountain bike ride complemented by pleasantly cool evenings. 

Fall is when Colorado earns its moniker of Colorful Colorado. Marked by crisp mornings, mild afternoons, and a leaf-peeping bonanza ranging from the radiant gold of aspens to the robust orange of oaks. If you’re on the Plains, the autumn season is brilliantly mild, extending the appeal of summer with less heat.

Winter in Colorado embraces its reputation for snow, but it does so in a uniquely Colorado way. The snowfall creates a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts, while the sunny blue skies make the cold exceptionally bearable. Again, the Front Range shines, providing plenty of snow without the punishing cold. Typically, the snow along the Front Range doesn’t stick around for long. Usually melting (due to our sunny days) in a few short days in most parts of the state. 

Above all, Colorado’s four seasons shape a lifestyle that is dynamic, invigorating, and ever-evolving. Whether you lean towards mild winters or cherish the semi-arid seasonal shifts along the Front Range, Colorado is the place to soak up a truly four-season experience.

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