June through August for peak outdoor access; May and September for fewer crowds and similar weather. Summer offers the most reliable warm temperatures (highs 79–84°F), access to all attractions and events, and the full roster of seasonal events. Shoulder months of May and September offer lighter crowds, lower hotel rates, and comfortable temperatures (highs 65–72°F). Colorado Springs gets less snow than Denver and only 15–16 inches of precipitation annually, making it viable year-round
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43 | 17 | crisp & mostly dry |
| Feb | 44 | 17 | crisp & mostly dry |
| Mar | 54 | 25 | cool & mostly dry |
| Apr | 61 | 32 | mild & changeable |
| May | 70 | 42 | mild & changeable |
| Jun | 82 | 53 | warm & changeable |
| Jul | 85 | 58 | hot & changeable |
| Aug | 83 | 57 | warm & changeable |
| Sep | 78 | 50 | warm & mostly dry |
| Oct | 65 | 37 | mild & mostly dry |
| Nov | 53 | 27 | cool & mostly dry |
| Dec | 42 | 17 | crisp & mostly dry |