The rich western heritage, the warmth of the sunshine, breathtaking high altitude landscapes, mineral waters and great events - live an unforgettable holiday at Colorado Springs. The best time to plan a trip to the city is between March to May and between September and November. You can expect pleasant weather, less rush and bargain hotel rates during this time of the year. Furthermore, the sights of the red, yellow and orange mountains, plus the fall foliage, accentuate the charm of the Spring or Fall trip to the town. The summer season draws many tourists, resulting to higher hotel rates, while winter vacation can also be quite enjoyable.
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The time period from March to May mark a sweet spot in Colorado Springs. Adventure nuts must by all means plan a visit during this time of the year, when the weather is very comfortable, making it ideal for activities, such as hiking, biking and all outdoor affairs. You will also love to venture into whitewater rafting. Aside from fun outdoor activities, this is the time to take advantage of cut-rate hotels, but it's always advisable to book ahead.
Colorado Springs Average Spring temperature
- Average high temperatures hover from the low 50s to the high 60s
-Moderate rainfall sometimes
Spring Festivals and Events in Colorado Springs
Territory DaysSt. Patrick's Day ParadeAir Force Academy Graduation
Clothes to Pack
-Half and long sleeves shirts
-Closed or comfortable shoes
-Couple of lightweight sweaters or jackets
-Long pants and jeans
Summer Holiday in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs summer is associated with warm weather, tourists rush, fun festivals and events and a plenty of outdoor activities. Between June and August, the sky remains quite sunny with little precipitation. You can expect a long queue outside top tourist attractions. And it's definitely a good idea to reserve your hotel rooms, to avoid availability issues and price hike.
Colorado Springs Average Summer Temperature
- Average temperatures range from the high 70s to low 80s
-July and August receive most rainfall of all months.
Summer Festivals and Events in Colorado Springs
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (June)
Springs Spree (June)
El Paso County Fair (July)
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo (July)
Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival
Clothes to Pack
-Short sleeve and lightweight clothes
-Shorts, jeans, caprice and skirts
-open or comfortable foot wears
-Umbrella or raincoat
-Scarves and hats
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Fall Holiday in Colorado Springs
Between September and November, expect a cooler temperature, lesser crowds and good deals on hotel rates. The bed of foliage simply magnifies the fall season's beauty. Though the hotel rates are cut down, it is recommended to call ahead and confirm your booking.
Colorado Springs Average Fall Temperature
- Average highs hover from low 50s to the mid-70s, and average lows range from low 30s to mid 50s
-Moderate precipitations
Fall festivals and Events in Colorado Springs
Emma Crawford Festival (October)
Colorado Balloon Classic (August-September)
Clothes to Pack
-Long Sleeve shirts
-Medium weight jackets and sweaters
-Long pants and jeans
-Closed or comfortable shoes
Winter Holiday in Colorado Springs
People quite mistook Colorado Springs' winters as frigid and frosty, but truth be told, it is quite pleasant when compared to other mountain towns. The period from December to February attract many winter travelers to the city, who come to winter sports and snow. You can also enjoy lesser hotel rates during this time of the year.
Colorado Springs Average Winter Temperature
- Average high temperatures range from the 40s to low 20s.
-Minimal or no rainfall
-Moderate snowfall
Winter Festivals and Events in Colorado Springs
Halloween Concert
Rio Grande Scenic Railroad/Premier Rail CollectionChristmas Stroll in Old Colorado City
Clothes to Pack
-Thick jackets and sweaters
-Thermals
-Long warm pants
-Gloves, caps, scarves
-Closed and comfortable shoes
