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The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below
The scenic Triple Falls of the Rifle Falls in Colorado, flowing to the still waters of the river below

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Rifle, Colorado, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and min 12°F (-11.1°C). January, noted for its average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), is considered the coldest month. Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Rifle, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and max 32.4°F (0.2°C). The initiation of February records an average high-temperature of a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rifle, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in February to a still icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Rifle, Colorado, is a frosty spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C). As March gives way to April, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Rifle, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C). Rifle's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in April to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Rifle, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 74.5°F (23.6°C). June's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in May to a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, the same as June, is another warm summer month in Rifle, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C). Rifle records the warmest temperatures in July, averaging a high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low of 50.4°F (10.2°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Rifle, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C). The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C), closely related to the 80.2°F (26.8°C) observed in July. Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a pleasant month in Rifle, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C). A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during September, decreasing from a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C) in August to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Rifle, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.7°F (12.6°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C). With the onset of October, Rifle experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Rifle, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C). Rifle observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of November, falling from October's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rifle, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 14.9°F (-9.5°C). December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Weather in December »
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rifle?

January, known for its average high temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C), is the coldest month in Rifle, Colorado.

What is the most humid month in Rifle?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, January is the most humid month in Rifle.

How much does it rain in Rifle?

In Rifle, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.7 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow in Rifle?

Months with snowfall in Rifle, Colorado, are January through May, October through December.

How many days does it snow in Rifle?

Throughout the year, in Rifle, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rifle?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

When is the lowest UV index in Rifle?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the snowiest month in Rifle?

February is the month with the most snowfall in Rifle, Colorado. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Rifle?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rifle, Colorado, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

What is the wettest month in Rifle?

The month with the most rainfall in Rifle is April, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

What is the least humid month in Rifle?

June is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 43%.

When it does not snow in Rifle?

In Rifle, snow does not fall in June through September.

When are the longest days in Rifle?

The month with the longest days in Rifle, Colorado, is June, with an average of 14h and 54min of daylight.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Rifle?

June through August, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Rifle, Colorado.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Rifle?

The months with the highest UV index in Rifle are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the warmest month in Rifle?

Rifle notes the warmest temperatures in July, with a average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the driest month in Rifle?

September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rifle?

The month with the shortest days in Rifle is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

Average pressure
Rifle, CO

Average pressure - Rifle, CO

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed
Rifle, CO

Average wind speed - Rifle, CO

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

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Average rainfall
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall - Rifle, CO

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days
Rifle, CO

Average rainfall days - Rifle, CO

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall - Rifle, CO

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days
Rifle, CO

Average snowfall days - Rifle, CO

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight / Average sunshine
Rifle, CO

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Rifle, CO

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days
Rifle, CO

Average sunshine days - Rifle, CO

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.7 days).

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Average UV index
Rifle, CO

Average UV index - Rifle, CO

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average visibility
Rifle, CO

Average visibility - Rifle, CO

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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