Rock Crossing, CO
Unincorporated community in Otero County, Colorado
Rock Crossing is a small unincorporated community in Otero County, Colorado. It is 25.5 miles N of Fowler, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 81039.
Rock Crossing at a glance
- State
- Colorado
- County
- Otero County
- ZIP code
- 81039
- Nearest town
- Fowler (25.5 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 37.7700, -104.1236
Weather in Rock Crossing now
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Rock Crossing weather by the hour
Rock Crossing weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Rock Crossing.
This week in Rock Crossing
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Rock Crossing
What is the weather usually like in Rock Crossing?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 94°F average high
- Decembercoldest month · 13°F average low
- 13.4 inprecipitation per year · 340 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Rock Crossing: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station LA JUNTA 17 WSW, CO US (USW00003063), adjusted for the elevation of Rock Crossing.
Rock Crossing weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Rock Crossing through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 5:02 PM | 9 h 53 min |
| February | 6:44 AM | 5:36 PM | 10 h 52 min |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:04 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:19 AM | 7:33 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:00 PM | 14 h 16 min |
| June | 5:32 AM | 8:21 PM | 14 h 49 min |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:19 PM | 14 h 34 min |
| August | 6:11 AM | 7:50 PM | 13 h 39 min |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:05 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:03 AM | 6:20 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 6:35 AM | 4:46 PM | 10 h 11 min |
| December | 7:03 AM | 4:40 PM | 9 h 36 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Denver).
What is the weather like in Rock Crossing?
Rock Crossing has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 94°F (35°C), and the coldest is December, with average lows of 13°F (-11°C).
It gets about 13.4 inches (340 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is February.
The best time to visit Rock Crossing is April–May and September–October. 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 Rock Crossing
The closest live webcam is Fort Garland › South: Colorado 159, 75.4 miles W of Rock Crossing.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Rock Crossing.
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Questions about Rock Crossing
Where is Rock Crossing, CO?
Rock Crossing is an unincorporated community in Otero County, Colorado, 25.5 miles N of Fowler.
What county is Rock Crossing in?
Rock Crossing is in Otero County, Colorado.
What is the ZIP code of Rock Crossing, CO?
The ZIP code for Rock Crossing is 81039.
What is the nearest town to Rock Crossing?
Fowler, 25.5 miles away.
Are there webcams near Rock Crossing?
Yes. The closest is Fort Garland › South: Colorado 159, 75.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Rock Crossing?
July, with an average high of 94°F (35°C).
What is the coldest month in Rock Crossing?
December, with an average low of 13°F (-11°C).
How much does it rain in Rock Crossing?
About 13.4 inches (340 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Rock Crossing?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Rock Crossing?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Rock Crossing have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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