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Weather & Climate in Matheson, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Matheson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 297 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 5,840 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,840 ft (1,780 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1683°N, 103.9770°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Washington County County |
| Nearest Airport | Denver International (DEN) 61 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
16 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 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2009 | 8 km E of Eads, Colorado | M3.9 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Dec 23, 1995 | 7 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M3.5 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M3.3 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2001 | 6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado | M3.1 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2014 | 23 km NNE of Haswell, Colorado | M3.0 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 29 km WNW of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 129 km | 2 km |
| Jan 19, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2016 | 16 km ENE of Beulah Valley, Colorado | M2.9 | 134 km | 3 km |
| Dec 31, 1995 | 6 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M2.8 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.7 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Apr 18, 1998 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.7 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jun 13, 2025 | 7 km SE of Erie, Colorado | M2.7 | 127 km | 9 km |
| Jun 26, 2021 | 19 km WNW of Cañon City, Colorado | M2.5 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Jun 23, 2014 | 6 km NNE of Kersey, Colorado | M2.5 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 7, 2021 | 23 km NE of Sugar City, Colorado | M2.5 | 95 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
738 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 52 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 31, 1999 | EF3 | 40 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1993 | EF3 | 81 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1990 | EF3 | 24 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1990 | EF3 | 9 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1982 | EF3 | 87 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1979 | EF3 | 89 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF3 | 94 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1975 | EF3 | 95 km | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 2015 | EF2 | 100 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 2012 | EF2 | 20 km | 7.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 2009 | EF2 | 57 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2004 | EF2 | 15 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2001 | EF2 | 53 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2001 | EF2 | 52 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1999 | EF2 | 42 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1996 | EF2 | 79 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1990 | EF2 | 39 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 20, 1987 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1986 | EF2 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 19, 1985 | EF2 | 87 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (25,771 acres, 1986).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 25,771 | 86 km |
| 2012 | WALDO CANYON | 20,112 | 87 km |
| 2016 | IMPACT AREA | 19,918 | 94 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 18,218 | 95 km |
| 2012 | LAST CHANCE | 17,958 | 75 km |
| 2013 | BLACK FOREST | 11,885 | 63 km |
| 2008 | TA-25 | 8,253 | 98 km |
| 2024 | RANGE 135 | 7,766 | 94 km |
| 2018 | HWY 94 | 7,480 | 61 km |
| 2002 | MILNE/SQUIRREL | 6,568 | 69 km |
| 2011 | KARVAL | 5,322 | 60 km |
| 2009 | QUARRY | 5,141 | 89 km |
| 2017 | MILNE | 5,113 | 65 km |
| 2018 | EDISON | 5,109 | 69 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 4,928 | 47 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 4,911 | 60 km |
| 2002 | HANOVER | 4,903 | 85 km |
| 2018 | CARSON MIDWAY | 4,773 | 96 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 4,380 | 84 km |
| 1997 | UNNAMED | 3,728 | 82 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Matheson has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.3").