August · United States
Best time to visit Mesa Verde in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mesa Verde in August
Average temperature 24°C, 58 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 48% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 58 mm
- Humidity
- 48%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Mesa Verde scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 58 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mesa Verde in Colorado preserves Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings such as Cliff Palace in sandstone canyons.
August holds up well in Mesa Verde — 6th best month
At 24°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Budget for roughly 58 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Mesa Verde — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mesa Verde in August?
- In August, Mesa Verde averages 24°C, 58 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Mesa Verde?
- August earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mesa Verde in August?
- Expect about 58 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 48% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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