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Weather & Climate in Kremmling, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kremmling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 316 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 12.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 52.4 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 7,397 feet.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 38.5°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,397 ft (2,255 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,408/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0565°N, 106.3782°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Grand County County |
| Nearest Airport | Eagle County Regional (EGE) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 50.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 15.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 55.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | No Rating |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
60 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Jan 31, 2002 | 28 km SSW of Craig, Colorado | M4.3 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 11 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M4.0 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Feb 10, 2006 | 1 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M3.8 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Mar 19, 2022 | 5 km NW of Ryan Park, Wyoming | M3.8 | 145 km | 11 km |
| Aug 18, 2009 | 19 km N of Craig, Colorado | M3.7 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jun 6, 2011 | 17 km NNW of Oak Creek, Colorado | M3.5 | 69 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2017 | 24 km NE of Maybell, Colorado | M3.5 | 145 km | 13 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 12 km N of Oak Creek, Colorado | M3.4 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 2012 | 12 km SSW of Gypsum, Colorado | M3.4 | 78 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2017 | 5 km SW of New Castle, Colorado | M3.3 | 118 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 2015 | 5 km SSW of Encampment, Wyoming | M3.3 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jan 15, 2009 | 29 km SSW of Encampment, Wyoming | M3.2 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Jul 8, 1993 | 9 km ENE of Aspen, Colorado | M3.1 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Feb 1, 2019 | 3 km NW of Glenwood Springs, Colorado | M3.1 | 99 km | 2 km |
| Sep 2, 2024 | 21 km NW of Steamboat Springs, Colorado | M3.1 | 82 km | 2 km |
| Sep 12, 1990 | 13 km NW of Silverthorne, Colorado | M3.0 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2000 | 19 km NE of Steamboat Springs, Colorado | M3.0 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Oct 18, 2024 | 6 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M2.9 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Jan 1, 2003 | 6 km SE of Aspen, Colorado | M2.9 | 105 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2009 | 21 km NW of Dotsero, Colorado | M2.9 | 78 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
22 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Oct 15, 1980 | EF2 | 99 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF2 | 98 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1997 | EF1 | 98 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1996 | EF1 | 78 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1987 | EF1 | 89 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1984 | EF1 | 2 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1980 | EF1 | 86 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1974 | EF1 | 40 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 1974 | EF1 | 57 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1954 | EF1 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 17, 1953 | EF1 | 95 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2018 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2018 | EF0 | 55 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2018 | EF0 | 56 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 2018 | EF0 | 68 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 2012 | EF0 | 83 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2007 | EF0 | 73 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 2004 | EF0 | 58 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1995 | EF0 | 54 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 1, 1990 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: CAMERON PEAK (208,910 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | CAMERON PEAK | 208,910 | 94 km |
| 2020 | EAST TROUBLESOME | 188,924 | 38 km |
| 2020 | GRIZZLY CREEK | 30,705 | 86 km |
| 2020 | MIDDLE FORK | 20,886 | 72 km |
| 2018 | SILVER CREEK | 20,725 | 27 km |
| 2002 | MT. ZIRKEL COMPLEX (HINMAN) | 17,627 | 90 km |
| 2002 | BIG FISH | 17,273 | 74 km |
| 2002 | MT. ZIRKEL COMPLEX (BURN RIDGE) | 15,478 | 77 km |
| 2020 | WILLIAMS FORK | 14,679 | 42 km |
| 2018 | LAKE CHRISTINE | 12,506 | 91 km |
| 2020 | CALWOOD | 9,836 | 90 km |
| 2021 | MORGAN CREEK | 7,710 | 83 km |
| 2002 | LOST LAKES | 5,888 | 69 km |
| 2010 | FOURMILE CANYON | 5,865 | 85 km |
| 2016 | LOST SOLAR | 5,141 | 91 km |
| 2021 | MUDDY SLIDE | 4,372 | 33 km |
| 2002 | BIG ELK | 4,348 | 86 km |
| 2002 | GREEN CREEK | 4,342 | 37 km |
| 2017 | DEEP CREEK | 4,019 | 86 km |
| 2021 | SYLVAN | 3,480 | 74 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in |
Kremmling has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 12°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and February the driest (0.9").