Mesa Verde National Park weather in February
Cold, with occasional showers. Average highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C, with around 6 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While February isn't our top-rated month for Mesa Verde National Park, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
3°C
Average low
-8°C
Rainy days
6 days
Best months to visit
June, July, August, September
What to do in Mesa Verde National Park in February
Whatever the weather, Mesa Verde National Park rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Tour cliff dwellings like Cliff Palace via ranger tours
Explore the Chapin Mesa Museum's artifacts
Hike trails to smaller ruins and overlooks
Drive the scenic mesa-top loop with pullouts
Attend ranger evening programs about Ancestral Puebloans
Camp on the mesa under dark skies
What to pack for February
Pack for cold weather — a proper winter coat, thermal layers, waterproof boots, and warm accessories. You'll want a good base layer for outdoor activities.
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January
1C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February (you are here)
3C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
8C
Cold, with occasional showers.
April
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
May
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
November
9C
Cold, with occasional showers.
December
2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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