The climate in 81432 Ridgway, CO is generally very pleasant and sunny. The area typically enjoys mild summers with temperatures in the high 70s to low 80s (Fahrenheit) and cold winters with temperatures mostly in the 40s. The area receives an average of around 300 sunny days a year, making it a great place for outdoor activities year-round. Snowfall can be quite heavy during winter months, providing excellent skiing opportunities in nearby resorts. Rainfall averages around 12 inches per year, creating a semi-arid climate which contributes to the pleasant temperatures year round.
Ridgway (zip 81432), Colorado gets 16 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Ridgway (zip 81432) averages 75 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 243 sunny days per year in Ridgway (zip 81432). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Ridgway (zip 81432) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 78 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 7
Rain: averages 16 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 75 inches of snow a year