Powderhorn, CO
Unincorporated community in Hinsdale County, Colorado
Powderhorn is a small unincorporated community in Hinsdale County, Colorado. It is 13.8 miles S of Cathedral, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 81243.
Powderhorn at a glance
- State
- Colorado
- County
- Hinsdale County
- ZIP code
- 81243
- Nearest town
- Cathedral (13.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 38.2769, -107.0953
Weather in Powderhorn now
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Powderhorn weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Powderhorn.
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Sunrise, sunset and moon in Powderhorn
What is the weather usually like in Powderhorn?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 83°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · -1°F average low
- 8.8 inprecipitation per year · 224 mm
- 49.6 insnowfall per year · 126 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Powderhorn: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BLUE MESA LAKE, CO US (USC00050797), adjusted for the elevation of Powderhorn.
Powderhorn weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Powderhorn through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:13 PM | 9 h 51 min |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:48 PM | 10 h 51 min |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:16 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:46 PM | 13 h 15 min |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 18 min |
| June | 5:42 AM | 8:35 PM | 14 h 52 min |
| July | 5:55 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 36 min |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:03 PM | 13 h 41 min |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:17 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:31 PM | 11 h 15 min |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:57 PM | 10 h 8 min |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:50 PM | 9 h 34 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Denver).
What is the weather like in Powderhorn?
Powderhorn has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of -1°F (-18°C).
It gets about 8.8 inches (224 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is June. Snow is common: about 50 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Powderhorn is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Powderhorn
The closest live webcam is Gunnison › West: Curecanti National Recreation Area, 13.7 miles N of Powderhorn.
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Questions about Powderhorn
Where is Powderhorn, CO?
Powderhorn is an unincorporated community in Hinsdale County, Colorado, 13.8 miles S of Cathedral.
What county is Powderhorn in?
Powderhorn is in Hinsdale County, Colorado.
What is the ZIP code of Powderhorn, CO?
The ZIP code for Powderhorn is 81243.
What is the nearest town to Powderhorn?
Cathedral, 13.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near Powderhorn?
Yes. The closest is Gunnison › West: Curecanti National Recreation Area, 13.7 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Powderhorn?
July, with an average high of 83°F (28°C).
What is the coldest month in Powderhorn?
January, with an average low of -1°F (-18°C).
How much does it rain in Powderhorn?
About 8.8 inches (224 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Powderhorn?
Yes, about 50 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Powderhorn?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Powderhorn have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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