Mesa Verde National Park in October
In October, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 63°F and a low of 39°F, with 1.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 1.5 inches of snowfall. About 51,000 people visit, the 6th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 10 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 63° / 39°F
- Precipitation
- 1.4in
- Snow
- 1.5in
- Daylight
- 11h 10m
- Visitors
- 51,000
- 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 October high of 70°F and a low of 34°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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 60° / 33° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Canyonlands National Park | 70° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Arches National Park | 72° / 44° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 74° / 46° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 60° / 33° | Moderate | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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