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Weather & Climate in Piedra, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Piedra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 59°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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 107.7 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 7,874 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 36.9°F |
| 32% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,874 ft (2,400 m) |
| Area | 11.6 sq mi (30.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4418°N, 107.1684°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Mineral County County |
| Nearest Airport | Telluride Regional (TEX) 54 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 5.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 57.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | No Rating |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
31 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Sep 13, 1994 | 17 km N of Sawpit, Colorado | M4.4 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M4.2 | 140 km | 13 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 3 km E of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.7 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jun 4, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.7 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Mar 10, 2023 | 16 km S of Ophir, Colorado | M3.6 | 67 km | 7 km |
| Sep 14, 2009 | 7 km NNW of Canjilon, New Mexico | M3.5 | 118 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 1991 | 24 km SSE of South Fork, Colorado | M3.4 | 52 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2019 | 22 km NNW of Blanca, Colorado | M3.4 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 9, 2021 | 2 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.3 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2019 | 22 km N of Blanca, Colorado | M3.3 | 149 km | 6 km |
| Jun 14, 2018 | 0 km NW of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jun 26, 2018 | 3 km ESE of Regina, New Mexico | M3.0 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Jul 12, 2021 | 4 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico | M3.0 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2002 | 39 km SW of Creede, Colorado | M2.9 | 18 km | 5 km |
| May 2, 2013 | 2 km E of Loghill Village, Colorado | M2.9 | 98 km | 4 km |
| Feb 8, 2021 | 3 km ENE of Capulin, New Mexico | M2.9 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Sep 1, 2024 | 7 km ENE of Capulin, New Mexico | M2.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jan 17, 1994 | 6 km ENE of Loghill Village, Colorado | M2.8 | 99 km | 5 km |
| May 15, 1992 | 7 km SE of Olathe, Colorado | M2.8 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Sep 14, 1994 | 20 km ENE of Norwood, Colorado | M2.8 | 117 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
15 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Oct 10, 1997 | EF2 | 34 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 2014 | EF1 | 68 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 5, 2004 | EF1 | 71 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1999 | EF1 | 95 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1997 | EF1 | 41 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1982 | EF1 | 97 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 1980 | EF1 | 88 km | 19.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1966 | EF1 | 81 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 25, 2012 | EF0 | 76 km | 1.4 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 2002 | EF0 | 72 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1999 | EF0 | 25 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1998 | EF0 | 99 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 29, 1995 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 1995 | EF0 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1992 | EF0 | 74 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: MISSIONARY RIDGE (68,919 acres, 2002).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2002 | MISSIONARY RIDGE | 68,919 | 45 km |
| 2018 | 416 | 55,123 | 65 km |
| 2013 | PAPOOSE | 46,991 | 27 km |
| 2013 | WEST FORK COMPLEX - EAST ZONE | 34,441 | 36 km |
| 2012 | LITTLE SAND | 26,240 | 10 km |
| 2013 | WEST FORK COMPLEX | 18,775 | 21 km |
| 1996 | ARCHULETA | 15,613 | 51 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 13,234 | 80 km |
| 2012 | WEBER | 10,898 | 98 km |
| 2002 | MILLION | 7,923 | 53 km |
| 2001 | SANDOVAL | 6,773 | 42 km |
| 2017 | EIGHT FOUR TWO | 5,954 | 34 km |
| 2018 | BURRO | 5,242 | 82 km |
| 2016 | GREATER GRACIA RX | 3,960 | 38 km |
| 2020 | EAST CANYON | 3,031 | 94 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 2,852 | 87 km |
| 2012 | VALLECITO | 2,764 | 37 km |
| 2023 | QUARTZ RIDGE | 2,584 | 38 km |
| 2003 | BOLT | 2,392 | 34 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 1,898 | 66 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.0 in |
Piedra has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 15°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and June the driest (1.0").