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Weather & Climate in Marvel, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Marvel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 6,726 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,726 ft (2,050 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1112°N, 108.1263°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Montezuma County County |
| Nearest Airport | Four Corners Regional (FMN) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 62.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 13.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
37 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 4, 2019 | 29 km E of La Sal, Utah | M4.5 | 147 km | 1 km |
| May 27, 2000 | 29 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado | M4.4 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 1994 | 17 km N of Sawpit, Colorado | M4.4 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Jul 6, 1999 | 27 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado | M3.7 | 146 km | 2 km |
| Apr 22, 2017 | 4 km SSW of Bluff, Utah | M3.7 | 129 km | 9 km |
| Jun 3, 1999 | 28 km E of La Sal, Utah | M3.7 | 148 km | 1 km |
| Jun 6, 2008 | 10 km NE of Bluff, Utah | M3.6 | 122 km | 12 km |
| Mar 10, 2023 | 16 km S of Ophir, Colorado | M3.6 | 71 km | 7 km |
| May 10, 1991 | 24 km SSE of South Fork, Colorado | M3.4 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 1993 | 16 km SSE of Monticello, Utah | M3.1 | 124 km | -1 km |
| May 13, 1993 | 19 km SSE of Monticello, Utah | M3.1 | 120 km | -3 km |
| Jul 4, 2021 | 24 km SW of Lake Valley, New Mexico | M3.1 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Mar 15, 2000 | Colorado | M3.1 | 148 km | -1 km |
| Apr 10, 1998 | 23 km WNW of Naturita, Colorado | M3.0 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 2018 | 0 km NW of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2018 | 3 km ESE of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 150 km | 3 km |
| Feb 4, 1999 | 28 km E of La Sal, Utah | M3.0 | 148 km | 0 km |
| May 2, 2013 | 2 km E of Loghill Village, Colorado | M2.9 | 126 km | 4 km |
| Jun 18, 2002 | 39 km SW of Creede, Colorado | M2.9 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2005 | 29 km E of La Sal, Utah | M2.9 | 146 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
19 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 25, 1985 | EF2 | 48 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1957 | EF2 | 49 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 5, 2004 | EF1 | 22 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1999 | EF1 | 5 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1997 | EF1 | 56 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1970 | EF1 | 66 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1966 | EF1 | 58 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2020 | EF0 | 55 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 2015 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 2013 | EF0 | 52 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2013 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2011 | EF0 | 53 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 2002 | EF0 | 22 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2000 | EF0 | 22 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2000 | EF0 | 22 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1999 | EF0 | 98 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1992 | EF0 | 22 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1990 | EF0 | 43 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1963 | EF0 | 45 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MISSIONARY RIDGE (68,919 acres, 2002).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2002 | MISSIONARY RIDGE | 68,919 | 55 km |
| 2018 | 416 | 55,123 | 47 km |
| 2012 | LITTLE SAND | 26,240 | 82 km |
| 2000 | BIRCHER | 23,317 | 28 km |
| 2018 | PLATEAU | 19,746 | 63 km |
| 1996 | ARCHULETA | 15,613 | 100 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 13,234 | 13 km |
| 2012 | WEBER | 10,898 | 24 km |
| 2009 | NARRAGUINNEP | 7,798 | 80 km |
| 2019 | DOE CANYON | 7,388 | 87 km |
| 2001 | SANDOVAL | 6,773 | 73 km |
| 2017 | EIGHT FOUR TWO | 5,954 | 64 km |
| 1986 | WESTTOE | 5,397 | 79 km |
| 1986 | HOGAN | 5,298 | 75 km |
| 2018 | BURRO | 5,242 | 45 km |
| 2000 | PONY | 5,224 | 39 km |
| 1996 | CHAPIN 5 | 4,832 | 35 km |
| 2016 | GREATER GRACIA RX | 3,960 | 79 km |
| 2002 | CARRIZO 1 | 3,701 | 94 km |
| 1996 | DISAPPOINTMENT | 3,642 | 86 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in |
Marvel has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 24°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.6").