Climate Insights for Fruita

Yakima County, Colorado, United States

Hottest
July
35°C peak
Coldest
January
-9°C low
Wettest
March
40mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fruita is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 256mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 40mm of rainfall. Fruita 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 January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 78cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 3° Average: -3° Min: -9° Feb Max: 7° Average: 0° Min: -6° Mar Max: 14° Average: 6° Min: 0° Apr Max: 20° Average: 11° Min: 4° May Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 9° Jun Max: 32° Average: 24° Min: 15° Jul Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 19° Aug Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 17° Sep Max: 29° Average: 20° Min: 12° Oct Max: 20° Average: 12° Min: 5° Nov Max: 12° Average: 5° Min: -1° Dec Max: 5° Average: -1° Min: -6°
Max
Average
Min

Fruita has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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: 27mm Snow: 19mm Feb Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 13mm Apr Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 2mm Nov Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 9mm Dec Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 17mm
Precipitation
Snow

Fruita is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 256mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 21mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 40mm of rainfall. October and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6mm. That's 34mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 78cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Fruita is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 5km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Fruita, which began on June 21, 2026. Fruita 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -9°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 77mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 25mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -1 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 71mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Expect around 11cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -9 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 52cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -3°
Feb
Mar
Apr 11°
May 17°
Jun 24°
Jul 27°
Aug 25°
Sep 20°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec -1°

The best time to visit Fruita is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 13mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -9°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 Fruita 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
-9 °C
3 °C
5 km/h
27 mm
19 cm
Feb
-6 °C
7 °C
6 km/h
29 mm
17 cm
Mar
0 °C
14 °C
7 km/h
40 mm
13 cm
Apr
4 °C
20 °C
9 km/h
19 mm
2 cm
May
9 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
35 °C
7 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
12 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Oct
5 °C
20 °C
6 km/h
33 mm
2 cm
Nov
-1 °C
12 °C
6 km/h
24 mm
9 cm
Dec
-6 °C
5 °C
5 km/h
27 mm
17 cm
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