Moderate temperatures, combined with very low levels of humidity make Denver a very pleasant place to live.

If you spend a lot of time outdoors sunglasses are a must. With our thin air and nearly 300 days of sunshine per year sunblock is also important, even if its cloudy.

Spring

Springtime in Denver is filled with balmy, sunny days and cool evenings. Medium weight clothing will be most comfortable. Denver weather is usually mild and dry, but can be fickle during early spring.

Summer

Cool, casual clothing is ideal for our warm, sunny summer days. When the sun goes down, the Denver weather may change. Evenings can be cool, so it might be advisable to have a light sweater on hand. Summer days in the mountains are quite pleasant. However, summer storms can arise suddenly and those who venture into the backcountry are strongly advised to have long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and a warm jacket close at hand.

Fall

Denver weather in the fall is pleasantly similar to Spring with warm days and cool evenings. Medium weight clothing with a jacket for evenings are a popular combination. A visit to the mountains will generally require warmer clothing. However, daytime temperatures can vary from warm to crisp, so several layers of medium weight clothes (shirts, sweaters, and jackets) will allow adjustment for maximum comfort.

Winter

Winter days are generally a combination of warm sun and crisp air. Daytime temperatures can vary from below freezing to above 60 degrees, so layers of medium weight clothing together with a warm jacket or overcoat are desirable. Many may think Denver weather is full of snow, but that's actually not true. Snow falls infrequently in Denver and usually disappears quickly; however, a pair of boots should be included in your wardrobe. Because our weather is typically mild and dry, outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.

Wintertime in the mountains can become very cool, but warm sunshine frequently makes the heaviest clothing unnecessary. Nevertheless, and particularly for evenings in the mountains, thermal underwear and very warm outer clothing such as heavy sweaters, ski jackets, and warm-up pants are advisable.

Source: Denver Metro CVB, U.S. Dept. of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Climatography of the U.S, No. 81; and Comparative Climate Data.