Comparable Schools'
Weather Grades:
Quick Stats
Average Precipitation
- Fall - 1.77 in.
- Spring - 6.69 in.
- Summer - 7.75 in.
- Winter - 4.06 in.
Average Temperature
- Fall - 54°F
- Spring - 59°F
- Summer - 72°F
- Winter - 32°F
College Prowler Take
Colorado is rumored to be the sunniest of the 50 states. Throughout the year, even in the dead of winter, the days are warmed by a bright sun in a nearly cloudless blue sky. The fall months of the first semester might as well be summertime as far as the students are concerned. As long as there’s a bit of sun shining through the clouds, the Quad is always full of solar-powered Frisbee players and studiers. From August through October, the temperatures are warm enough for hiking and mountain biking, as well as any number of other diversions from studying. Of course, Colorado isn’t famous for its fall—although the autumn colors do rival the famous New England panoramas. No, Colorado is known worldwide for its winters—mild temperatures on the plains and long, powder-choked months in the mountains make for some of the best skiing in North America. Campus empties out on weekends as students make their way to Vail, Breckenridge, Steamboat, and other world-renowned resorts within hours of Colorado Springs. Those that remain on campus usually enjoy mild days or, failing that, a pristine, winter wonderland perfect for snowball fights and sledding.
Come March, students leap right back into their old outdoor habits, opting for outdoor study sessions after being cooped up in dorm rooms and lounges for the winter. Prospective students and other campus visitors have often noted that CC students have a healthy glow about them. There’s no doubt that this natural luminescence is the direct result of Colorado’s sunny weather and the active lifestyle that it allows.
Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
My mom once said, ‘In Colorado, if...
My mom once said, ‘In Colorado, if you don’t like the weather, just wait 10 minutes.’ Bring your whole wardrobe, from summer stuff to heavy winter jackets—especially if you’re from someplace warm. |
Anonymous says: |
It’s warm in the summer and cold...
It’s warm in the summer and cold in the winter. But there isn’t much snow down in the low country. The weather is unpredictable, though. It’s best to be ready for extremes. |
Anonymous says: |
The weather is very sporadic. It...
The weather is very sporadic. It can be snowing in the morning and then 70 degrees and sunny by the time you get out of class for lunch. Overall, though, the weather is great. |
Anonymous says: |
They aren’t joking when they tell...
They aren’t joking when they tell you we have 300 days of sunshine a year. You can keep a good tan going well through December. |
Anonymous says: |
The weather is great. You need to...
The weather is great. You need to bring warm- and cold-weather clothes. It’s Colorado—wait five minutes and no matter the season, the weather will change. It could be January, and you could be wearing shorts. It’s very unpredictable, but that makes it great. |
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