Mesa Verde National Park in December
In December, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 40°F and a low of 20°F, with 1.5 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 14.2 inches of snowfall. About 8,600 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 9 hours 37 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 40° / 20°F
- Precipitation
- 1.5in
- Snow
- 14.2in
- Daylight
- 9h 37m
- Visitors
- 8,600
- Crowds
- Quiet
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 December high of 44°F and a low of 16°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 December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 36° / 13° | Quiet | Cold |
| Canyonlands National Park | 42° / 18° | Quiet | Cool |
| Arches National Park | 42° / 24° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 46° / 26° | Quiet | Cool |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 34° / 12° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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