Mesa Verde National Park in January
In January, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 40°F and a low of 20°F, with 2.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 18.1 inches of snowfall. About 5,300 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 51 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 40° / 20°F
- Precipitation
- 2.0in
- Snow
- 18.1in
- Daylight
- 9h 51m
- Visitors
- 5,300
- 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 January high of 43°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 January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 37° / 13° | Quiet | Cold |
| Canyonlands National Park | 42° / 17° | Quiet | Cool |
| Arches National Park | 42° / 22° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 46° / 26° | Quiet | Cool |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 33° / 11° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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