September · United States
Best time to visit Mesa Verde in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mesa Verde in September
Average temperature 21°C, 29 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 42% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 29 mm
- Humidity
- 42%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
September in Mesa Verde scores 9.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 21°C, 29 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mesa Verde in Colorado preserves Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings such as Cliff Palace in sandstone canyons.
September ranks 2nd of 12 for Mesa Verde — one of the best windows
At 21°C (69°F) this is comfortable city weather in September, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 29 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Mesa Verde at 9.9/10 (2nd of 12), just behind May at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mesa Verde in September?
- In September, Mesa Verde averages 21°C, 29 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Mesa Verde?
- September earns a 9.9/10 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 September?
- Expect about 29 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 42% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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