Climate Overview
The climate in City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 340mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 61mm of rainfall. City of Las Animas - Bent County 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 January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°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 -4°C and the daily average is 2°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
City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 340mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 61mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 8mm. That's 54mm less than May, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 38cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 9cm.
Wind
City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 25km/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 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 8km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 22km/h in winter, 29km/h in spring, 26km/h in summer, 24km/h in autumn.
Seasons
91 days until Summer
It is currently spring in City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. City of Las Animas - Bent County 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 91 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 115mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 18 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 133mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 54mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -4 to 13°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Expect around 21cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit City of Las Animas - Bent County Airport is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 40mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for City of Las Animas - Bent County 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.