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Weather & Climate in Hugo, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hugo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°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 15.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 5,044 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,044 ft (1,537 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,005/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1362°N, 103.4731°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Washington County County |
| Nearest Airport | Colorado Plains Regional (AKO) 73 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 12.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 64.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 44.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
14 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 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2009 | 8 km E of Eads, Colorado | M3.9 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Dec 23, 1995 | 7 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M3.5 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 2, 1998 | 21 km SE of La Junta, Colorado | M3.4 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M3.3 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2001 | 6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado | M3.1 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2014 | 23 km NNE of Haswell, Colorado | M3.0 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 10, 2003 | 14 km NE of Wiley, Colorado | M2.9 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Dec 31, 1995 | 6 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M2.8 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.7 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Apr 18, 1998 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.7 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2021 | 23 km NE of Sugar City, Colorado | M2.5 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Aug 6, 2016 | 13 km NNE of Wiley, Colorado | M2.5 | 119 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
620 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 47 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1999 | EF3 | 26 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1996 | EF3 | 91 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1993 | EF3 | 62 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 7, 1993 | EF3 | 86 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1990 | EF3 | 35 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1990 | EF3 | 20 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 17, 1971 | EF3 | 97 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 2023 | EF2 | 84 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2015 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 2012 | EF2 | 63 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2004 | EF2 | 51 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2001 | EF2 | 86 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2001 | EF2 | 87 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1999 | EF2 | 21 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 5, 1994 | EF2 | 76 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1990 | EF2 | 62 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1988 | EF2 | 72 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 4, 1983 | EF2 | 98 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 14, 1982 | EF2 | 66 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1982 | EF2 | 100 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LAST CHANCE (17,958 acres, 2012).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2012 | LAST CHANCE | 17,958 | 73 km |
| 2018 | HWY 94 | 7,480 | 36 km |
| 2011 | KARVAL | 5,322 | 49 km |
| 2017 | MILNE | 5,113 | 96 km |
| 2018 | EDISON | 5,109 | 78 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 4,928 | 10 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 4,911 | 89 km |
| 2022 | CR 15 | 3,244 | 90 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 2,530 | 58 km |
| 2022 | FF | 2,463 | 32 km |
| 2016 | PUMKIN CENTER | 2,451 | 34 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,386 | 97 km |
| 2022 | HASWELL | 2,101 | 96 km |
| 2008 | HAYNES CREEK | 1,971 | 100 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,846 | 95 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,612 | 68 km |
| 2020 | SHAMROCK | 1,582 | 92 km |
| 2020 | COUNTY RD T | 1,371 | 97 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,367 | 92 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 1,357 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Hugo has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (0.3").