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Weather & Climate in Guffey, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Guffey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 49.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 8,956 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
58°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 35.4°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,956 ft (2,730 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7607°N, 105.5098°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Teller County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional (GUC) 78 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 38.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 46.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
28 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Dec 25, 1994 | 9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado | M4.0 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Dec 23, 1995 | 7 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M3.5 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2019 | 22 km NNW of Blanca, Colorado | M3.4 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M3.3 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2019 | 22 km N of Blanca, Colorado | M3.3 | 124 km | 6 km |
| Jul 8, 1993 | 9 km ENE of Aspen, Colorado | M3.1 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2001 | 6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado | M3.1 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2008 | 12 km NE of Cotopaxi, Colorado | M3.1 | 35 km | 5 km |
| Sep 12, 1990 | 13 km NW of Silverthorne, Colorado | M3.0 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2003 | 6 km SE of Aspen, Colorado | M2.9 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 16 km ENE of Beulah Valley, Colorado | M2.9 | 91 km | 3 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 29 km WNW of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 57 km | 2 km |
| Dec 31, 1995 | 6 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M2.8 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Jul 24, 2019 | 24 km N of Blanca, Colorado | M2.8 | 122 km | 6 km |
| Apr 11, 2021 | 9 km E of Woody Creek, Colorado | M2.8 | 124 km | 2 km |
| Oct 13, 2002 | 13 km S of Norrie, Colorado | M2.8 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 2015 | 5 km NE of Aspen, Colorado | M2.8 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Mar 26, 2014 | 20 km N of Blanca, Colorado | M2.7 | 126 km | 3 km |
| Apr 18, 1998 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.7 | 52 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
160 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 23 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 24, 1979 | EF3 | 52 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF3 | 46 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2014 | EF2 | 25 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2009 | EF2 | 92 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2001 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2001 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 21, 1984 | EF2 | 97 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF2 | 69 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF2 | 52 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 11, 1977 | EF2 | 61 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1961 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1960 | EF2 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 2024 | EF1 | 32 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 2023 | EF1 | 43 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2023 | EF1 | 98 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2015 | EF1 | 66 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2014 | EF1 | 55 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2014 | EF1 | 33 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2009 | EF1 | 23 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HAYMAN (129,417 acres, 2002).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2002 | HAYMAN | 129,417 | 55 km |
| 2012 | WALDO CANYON | 20,112 | 53 km |
| 2016 | IMPACT AREA | 19,918 | 67 km |
| 2016 | JUNKINS | 19,023 | 76 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 18,218 | 68 km |
| 2016 | HAYDEN PASS | 17,977 | 56 km |
| 2018 | WESTON PASS | 13,169 | 54 km |
| 2013 | BLACK FOREST | 11,885 | 77 km |
| 1996 | BUFFALO CREEK | 11,690 | 72 km |
| 2005 | MASON | 11,630 | 79 km |
| 2019 | DECKER | 9,875 | 55 km |
| 2000 | HIGH MEADOWS | 9,607 | 72 km |
| 2008 | TA-25 | 8,253 | 59 km |
| 2024 | RANGE 135 | 7,766 | 67 km |
| 2001 | MVD PSFRXASST 4 | 7,375 | 61 km |
| 2002 | MILNE/SQUIRREL | 6,568 | 84 km |
| 2016 | BEULAH HILL | 5,769 | 92 km |
| 2018 | APACHE COMPLEX | 5,182 | 67 km |
| 2009 | QUARRY | 5,141 | 64 km |
| 2017 | MILNE | 5,113 | 93 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in |
Guffey has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 14°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (0.5").