Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in July
In July, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park averages a high of 82°F and a low of 53°F, with 1.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 43,000 people visit, the 3rd busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 14 hours 37 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 82° / 53°F
- Precipitation
- 1.6in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 14h 37m
- Visitors
- 43,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (busy) and June (very busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Montrose #2, CO at 5,789 ft averages a July high of 90°F and a low of 59°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison, CO, 3.5 miles from the park's center, 8,151 ft. Second station lower down: Montrose #2, CO, 5,789 ft, 9.8 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in July
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Verde National Park | 86° / 59° | Very busy | Hot |
| Arches National Park | 99° / 70° | Very busy | Very hot |
| Canyonlands National Park | 95° / 63° | Busy | Very hot |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 81° / 52° | Very busy | Hot |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 76° / 40° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on nps.gov
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