Colorado Golf Weather
Front Range golf goes April–October at 5,000+ ft elevation — the ball flies 8–10% farther in the thin air. Afternoon thunderstorms in summer can be violent; morning tees only above 9,000 ft.
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Best weather window
July, August, June, September
Based on typical conditions near Colorado Springs. This is a climate planning guide, not a forecast for every part of Colorado.
Colorado golf weather by month
Typical climate near Colorado Springs, the largest golf-city cluster in Stymie's Colorado directory, paired with estimated course-season availability statewide.
| Month | Golf outlook | Typical temp | Est. dew point | Rain | Wind | Est. courses open* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Limited | 26°F | 13°F | 0.5" | 10 mph | 205 |
| February | Limited | 27°F | 14°F | 0.7" | 10 mph | 213 |
| March | Limited | 35°F | 19°F | 1" | 10 mph | 235 |
| April | Limited | 42°F | 25°F | 1.6" | 11 mph | 276 |
| May | Playable | 51°F | 33°F | 2" | 9 mph | 308 |
| June | Best | 64°F | 41°F | 1.5" | 9 mph | 311 |
| July | Best | 69°F | 49°F | 2.8" | 7 mph | 311 |
| August | Best | 66°F | 47°F | 2.3" | 7 mph | 311 |
| September | Very good | 58°F | 38°F | 1.4" | 8 mph | 311 |
| October | Mixed | 45°F | 28°F | 1" | 9 mph | 308 |
| November | Limited | 34°F | 18°F | 0.5" | 9 mph | 250 |
| December | Limited | 26°F | 14°F | 0.6" | 10 mph | 213 |
Climate values are NASA POWER 2001–2020 climatology at a representative golf-city point; dew point is estimated from typical temperature and relative humidity. Method and source. *Estimated open uses the published-course monthly open rate across Colorado's eligible course directory.
Top Colorado golf cities — pick one for the local forecast
Colorado Springs
Forecast · 24 courses
Denver
Forecast · 22 courses
Aurora
Forecast · 21 courses
Edwards
Forecast · 11 courses
Englewood
Forecast · 10 courses
Pueblo
Forecast · 10 courses
Lakewood
Forecast · 10 courses
Arvada
Forecast · 9 courses
Parker
Forecast · 9 courses
Fort Collins
Forecast · 9 courses
Littleton
Forecast · 8 courses
Durango
Forecast · 8 courses
Colorado golf weather — frequently asked
When is the best time to play golf in Colorado?
July, August, June, September score highest in Stymie's 12-month planning model near Colorado Springs. The model combines NASA POWER typical temperature, estimated dew point, precipitation, and wind; conditions vary across Colorado, so use the city forecast before booking.
What dew point is comfortable for golf in Colorado?
Dew points under 60°F are generally comfortable for golf. Below 50°F feels dry and crisp. Above 70°F, wet grips, heat stress, and dehydration matter more, although humid air itself is slightly less dense and does not make the ball fly shorter.
How does altitude affect golf in Colorado?
Yes — Colorado courses sit at elevation. The ball flies roughly 8–10% farther for every 5,000 ft of altitude because air density drops. A 250-yd sea-level driver becomes ~270 yds at Denver elevation.
Where can I check weather for a specific Colorado golf course?
Open the course on Stymie's directory and use the weather card on the right side of the course page — it links to a course-specific forecast at /weather?course={course-slug}. Or pick a city below for an area-wide read.