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Weather & Climate in Steamboat Springs, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Steamboat Springs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 308 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 184.5 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 6,851 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 40.8°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,851 ft (2,088 m) |
| Area | 10.2 sq mi (26.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,349/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4756°N, 106.8229°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Routt County County |
| Nearest Airport | Eagle County Regional (EGE) 58 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 33.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 76.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | No Rating |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
70 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Apr 6, 1999 | 31 km SE of Wamsutter, Wyoming | M4.3 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2002 | 28 km SSW of Craig, Colorado | M4.3 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 11 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M4.0 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Feb 10, 2006 | 1 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M3.8 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Mar 19, 2022 | 5 km NW of Ryan Park, Wyoming | M3.8 | 100 km | 11 km |
| Aug 18, 2009 | 19 km N of Craig, Colorado | M3.7 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Jun 2, 2023 | 9 km SSE of Saratoga, Wyoming | M3.6 | 100 km | 1 km |
| Jun 6, 2011 | 17 km NNW of Oak Creek, Colorado | M3.5 | 19 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2017 | 24 km NE of Maybell, Colorado | M3.5 | 92 km | 13 km |
| Nov 3, 1994 | 30 km W of Meeker, Colorado | M3.4 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 12 km N of Oak Creek, Colorado | M3.4 | 14 km | 5 km |
| Sep 14, 2024 | 9 km SSE of Saratoga, Wyoming | M3.4 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2012 | 12 km SSW of Gypsum, Colorado | M3.4 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2017 | 5 km SW of New Castle, Colorado | M3.3 | 123 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 2015 | 5 km SSW of Encampment, Wyoming | M3.3 | 77 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2023 | 8 km SSE of Saratoga, Wyoming | M3.3 | 101 km | 12 km |
| Mar 29, 2022 | 10 km NNW of Ryan Park, Wyoming | M3.3 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2022 | 8 km ESE of Saratoga, Wyoming | M3.3 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jan 15, 2009 | 29 km SSW of Encampment, Wyoming | M3.2 | 54 km | 5 km |
| Jul 3, 2009 | 22 km SW of Rawlins, Wyoming | M3.2 | 136 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
16 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 26, 2004 | EF1 | 61 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 1984 | EF1 | 59 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| May 30, 1980 | EF1 | 26 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1974 | EF1 | 80 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1974 | EF1 | 55 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 6, 1974 | EF1 | 90 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 1967 | EF1 | 81 km | 1.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1966 | EF1 | 100 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 1954 | EF1 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2018 | EF0 | 28 km | 0.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2018 | EF0 | 30 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 2018 | EF0 | 58 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 30, 2004 | EF0 | 92 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1995 | EF0 | 8 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 2, 1992 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1986 | EF0 | 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: EAST TROUBLESOME (188,924 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | EAST TROUBLESOME | 188,924 | 75 km |
| 2020 | MULLEN | 179,894 | 84 km |
| 2016 | BEAVER CREEK | 44,221 | 60 km |
| 2018 | RYAN | 28,858 | 65 km |
| 2020 | MIDDLE FORK | 20,886 | 19 km |
| 2018 | BADGER CREEK | 20,752 | 88 km |
| 2018 | SILVER CREEK | 20,725 | 34 km |
| 2018 | DIVIDE | 20,540 | 86 km |
| 2002 | MT. ZIRKEL COMPLEX (HINMAN) | 17,627 | 38 km |
| 2002 | BIG FISH | 17,273 | 64 km |
| 2002 | MT. ZIRKEL COMPLEX (BURN RIDGE) | 15,478 | 28 km |
| 2012 | SQUIRREL CREEK | 10,768 | 99 km |
| 2023 | IRON | 7,783 | 85 km |
| 2021 | MORGAN CREEK | 7,710 | 28 km |
| 2002 | LOST LAKES | 5,888 | 53 km |
| 2008 | PRONG | 5,775 | 95 km |
| 2018 | CABIN LAKE | 5,765 | 90 km |
| 2016 | LOST SOLAR | 5,141 | 82 km |
| 2021 | MUDDY SLIDE | 4,372 | 38 km |
| 2002 | GREEN CREEK | 4,342 | 23 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 19°F (-8°C) | 2.1 in |
Steamboat Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 17°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.7").