Preston, CO
Historical community (former settlement) in Summit County, Colorado
Preston is a historical community (former settlement) in Summit County, Colorado. It is 1.2 miles W of Breckenridge, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 80424.
Preston at a glance
- State
- Colorado
- County
- Summit County
- ZIP code
- 80424
- Nearest town
- Breckenridge (1.2 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 39.4958, -106.0206
Weather in Preston now
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Preston weather by the hour
Preston weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Preston.
This week in Preston
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Preston
What is the weather usually like in Preston?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 75°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 2°F average low
- 14.9 inprecipitation per year · 378 mm
- 115.5 insnowfall per year · 293 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Preston: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station DILLON 1 E, CO US (USC00052281), adjusted for the elevation of Preston.
Preston weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Preston through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:06 PM | 9 h 45 min |
| February | 6:54 AM | 5:42 PM | 10 h 47 min |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:12 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:43 PM | 13 h 18 min |
| May | 5:48 AM | 8:12 PM | 14 h 24 min |
| June | 5:34 AM | 8:34 PM | 14 h 59 min |
| July | 5:48 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 43 min |
| August | 6:15 AM | 8:01 PM | 13 h 45 min |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:14 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:13 AM | 6:26 PM | 11 h 13 min |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:50 PM | 10 h 3 min |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:42 PM | 9 h 27 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Denver).
What is the weather like in Preston?
Preston has a subarctic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 75°F (24°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 2°F (-17°C).
It gets about 14.9 inches (378 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is December. Snow is common: about 115 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Preston 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 Preston
The closest live webcam is Breckenridge › North: Colorado 9, 1.4 miles W of Preston.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Preston.
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Questions about Preston
Where is Preston, CO?
Preston is a historical community (former settlement) in Summit County, Colorado, 1.2 miles W of Breckenridge.
What county is Preston in?
Preston is in Summit County, Colorado.
What is the ZIP code of Preston, CO?
The ZIP code for Preston is 80424.
What is the nearest town to Preston?
Breckenridge, 1.2 miles away.
Are there webcams near Preston?
Yes. The closest is Breckenridge › North: Colorado 9, 1.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Preston?
July, with an average high of 75°F (24°C).
What is the coldest month in Preston?
January, with an average low of 2°F (-17°C).
How much does it rain in Preston?
About 14.9 inches (378 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Preston?
Yes, about 115 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Preston?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Preston have?
Subarctic (Köppen Dfc).
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