Swan, CO
Historical community (former settlement) in Chaffee County, Colorado
Swan is a historical community (former settlement) in Chaffee County, Colorado. It is 5.1 miles N of Nathrop, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 81201.
Swan at a glance
- State
- Colorado
- County
- Chaffee County
- ZIP code
- 81201
- Nearest town
- Nathrop (5.1 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 38.6800, -106.0414
Weather in Swan now
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Swan weather by the hour
Swan weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Swan.
This week in Swan
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Swan
What is the weather usually like in Swan?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 86°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 11°F average low
- 8.8 inprecipitation per year · 223 mm
- 36.7 insnowfall per year · 93 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Swan: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station SALIDA, CO US (USC00057370), adjusted for the elevation of Swan.
Swan weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Swan through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:08 PM | 9 h 49 min |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:43 PM | 10 h 50 min |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:12 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:25 AM | 7:42 PM | 13 h 16 min |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:10 PM | 14 h 20 min |
| June | 5:37 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 54 min |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:29 PM | 14 h 39 min |
| August | 6:17 AM | 8:00 PM | 13 h 42 min |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:13 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:27 PM | 11 h 14 min |
| November | 6:45 AM | 4:52 PM | 10 h 7 min |
| December | 7:13 AM | 4:45 PM | 9 h 31 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Denver).
What is the weather like in Swan?
Swan has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 11°F (-11°C).
It gets about 8.8 inches (223 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is November. Snow is common: about 37 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Swan 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 Swan
The closest live webcam is Buena Vista: Weather Camera at KAEJ - Colorado, Viewing Cottonwood Pass, 11.0 miles NW of Swan.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Swan.
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Questions about Swan
Where is Swan, CO?
Swan is a historical community (former settlement) in Chaffee County, Colorado, 5.1 miles N of Nathrop.
What county is Swan in?
Swan is in Chaffee County, Colorado.
What is the ZIP code of Swan, CO?
The ZIP code for Swan is 81201.
What is the nearest town to Swan?
Nathrop, 5.1 miles away.
Are there webcams near Swan?
Yes. The closest is Buena Vista: Weather Camera at KAEJ - Colorado, Viewing Cottonwood Pass, 11.0 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Swan?
July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Swan?
January, with an average low of 11°F (-11°C).
How much does it rain in Swan?
About 8.8 inches (223 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Swan?
Yes, about 37 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Swan?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Swan have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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