Climate Insights for Craig-Moffat Airport

Lawrence County, Colorado, United States

Hottest
July
30°C peak
Coldest
December
-10°C low
Wettest
May
50mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Craig-Moffat Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 417mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 50mm of rainfall. Craig-Moffat Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 180cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 0° Average: -6° Min: -10° Feb Max: 2° Average: -4° Min: -8° Mar Max: 6° Average: 0° Min: -4° Apr Max: 12° Average: 5° Min: -1° May Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 4° Jun Max: 27° Average: 18° Min: 10° Jul Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 13° Aug Max: 29° Average: 20° Min: 12° Sep Max: 25° Average: 16° Min: 8° Oct Max: 16° Average: 7° Min: 1° Nov Max: 7° Average: 0° Min: -5° Dec Max: 1° Average: -6° Min: -10°
Max
Average
Min

Craig-Moffat Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 30mm Mar Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 29mm Apr Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 16mm May Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 6mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 11mm Nov Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 20mm Dec Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 35mm
Precipitation
Snow

Craig-Moffat Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 417mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 50mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11mm. That's 39mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 180cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 17km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 19km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 17km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Craig-Moffat Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

88 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Craig-Moffat Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Craig-Moffat Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -4 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 142mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 10 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -5 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Expect around 31cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -10 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Expect around 98cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -6°
Feb -4°
Mar
Apr
May 10°
Jun 18°
Jul 22°
Aug 20°
Sep 16°
Oct
Nov
Dec -6°

The best time to visit Craig-Moffat Airport is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 14mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Craig-Moffat Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-10 °C
0 °C
10 km/h
46 mm
33 cm
Feb
-8 °C
2 °C
13 km/h
44 mm
30 cm
Mar Current
-4 °C
6 °C
14 km/h
47 mm
29 cm
Apr
-1 °C
12 °C
17 km/h
44 mm
16 cm
May
4 °C
18 °C
16 km/h
50 mm
6 cm
Jun
10 °C
27 °C
19 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Sep
8 °C
25 °C
17 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Oct
1 °C
16 °C
16 km/h
40 mm
11 cm
Nov
-5 °C
7 °C
13 km/h
38 mm
20 cm
Dec
-10 °C
1 °C
11 km/h
50 mm
35 cm
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