Mesa Verde National Park in August
In August, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 84°F and a low of 57°F, with 2.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 67,000 people visit, the 3rd busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 35 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 84° / 57°F
- Precipitation
- 2.0in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 35m
- Visitors
- 67,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (quiet) and May (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Fruitland, NM at 5,130 ft averages a August high of 89°F and a low of 56°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Mesa Verde NP, CO, 4.2 miles from the park's center, 7,142 ft. Second station lower down: Fruitland, NM, 5,130 ft, 36.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in August
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 81° / 52° | Busy | Hot |
| Canyonlands National Park | 92° / 61° | Moderate | Very hot |
| Arches National Park | 96° / 68° | Busy | Very hot |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 97° / 69° | Busy | Very hot |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 78° / 50° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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