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Lakewood, CO Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Lakewood, CO?
Lakewood, CO gets 17.5 in of precipitation a year over about 80 rainy days, and about 58.0 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 87°F) and December the coldest (average low 19°F).
Semi-arid climate
Lakewood, CO has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 46°F in December to 87°F in July. May is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically September to October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 20° | 46° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 35° | 61° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 56° | 84° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 37° | 65° |
How much rain does Lakewood get?
Lakewood gets 17.5 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 80 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 58% of the US.
May is the wettest month, with 2.6 in. December is the driest, with 0.5 in. May has the most rainy days, about 10.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to October 18, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Lakewood got 12.1 in of rain, against a normal of 17.5 in for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 2.7 in.
See where Lakewood ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Colorado.
Does it snow in Lakewood?
Yes. Lakewood gets about 58.0 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1972–73, with 95.1 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on May 6, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 24.7 in of snow, against a normal of 58.0 in for those months. March 2026 had the most, with 7.0 in.
See where Lakewood ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Lakewood weather by month
Lakewood weather in January
In January, Lakewood averages a high of 46°F and a low of 20°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 74°F (2009) and the record low is -18°F (1984).
Lakewood weather in February
In February, Lakewood averages a high of 47°F and a low of 21°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 77°F (2017) and the record low is -23°F (1989).
Lakewood weather in March
In March, Lakewood averages a high of 55°F and a low of 28°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 82°F (2010) and the record low is -4°F (2002).
Lakewood weather in April
In April, Lakewood averages a high of 60°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 2.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 86°F (2006) and the record low is -1°F (1975).
Lakewood weather in May
In May, Lakewood averages a high of 69°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 94°F (2000) and the record low is 19°F (1978).
Lakewood weather in June
In June, Lakewood averages a high of 81°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 2.1 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 104°F (1994) and the record low is 27°F (1974).
Lakewood weather in July
In July, Lakewood averages a high of 87°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 2.0 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 103°F (2005) and the record low is 37°F (1972).
Lakewood weather in August
In August, Lakewood averages a high of 85°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 101°F (2008) and the record low is 40°F (2004).
Lakewood weather in September
In September, Lakewood averages a high of 77°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 96°F (1995) and the record low is 16°F (1985). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lakewood weather in October
In October, Lakewood averages a high of 65°F and a low of 36°F. It gets 1.1 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 88°F (1991) and the record low is 5°F (1993). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lakewood weather in November
In November, Lakewood averages a high of 54°F and a low of 27°F. It gets 0.8 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 82°F (2006) and the record low is -7°F (2014).
Lakewood weather in December
In December, Lakewood averages a high of 46°F and a low of 19°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 75°F (1990) and the record low is -25°F (1989).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lakewood
September is the sunniest month in Lakewood, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 48%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 59% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Lakewood is sunnier than 84% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 57% and is lowest in September at 37%.
Lakewood has about 27 days a year above 90°F. Lakewood is cooler than 52% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 3 days a year.
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First and last freeze in Lakewood
The first fall freeze in Lakewood typically comes around October 6, and the last spring freeze around May 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 152 days.
Lakewood weather records
These records cover LAKEWOOD during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Lakewood station is 104°F, on June 27, 1994. The coldest is -25°F, on December 22, 1989.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 3.5 in of precipitation, on March 18, 2003.
39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Lakewood
The most comfortable time to visit is typically September to October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 46°F and lows near 20°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 61°F and lows near 35°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 84°F and lows near 56°F.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 37°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20° | 46° | 0.64 in | 5 | 57% | 55% | 74° | -18° |
| February | 21° | 47° | 0.77 in | 5 | 55% | 57% | 77° | -23° |
| March | 28° | 55° | 1.3 in | 5 | 51% | 52% | 82° | -4° |
| April | 34° | 60° | 2.4 in | 7 | 41% | 55% | 86° | -1° |
| May | 43° | 69° | 2.6 in | 10 | 49% | 48% | 94° | 19° |
| June | 52° | 81° | 2.1 in | 8 | 43% | 53% | 104° | 27° |
| July | 59° | 87° | 2.0 in | 9 | 41% | 59% | 103° | 37° |
| August | 56° | 85° | 1.9 in | 10 | 40% | 60% | 101° | 40° |
| September | 48° | 77° | 1.4 in | 7 | 37% | 70% | 96° | 16° |
| October | 36° | 65° | 1.1 in | 6 | 39% | 69% | 88° | 5° |
| November | 27° | 54° | 0.82 in | 4 | 46% | 65% | 82° | -7° |
| December | 19° | 46° | 0.53 in | 4 | 49% | 62% | 75° | -25° |
Station: LAKEWOOD, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Lakewood climate questions
How much rain does Lakewood get?
Lakewood gets 17.5 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 80 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Lakewood?
May is the wettest month in Lakewood, with 2.6 in. December is the driest, with 0.5 in.
How many rainy days does Lakewood have a year?
Lakewood has about 80 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 10.
Does it snow in Lakewood?
Yes. Lakewood gets about 58.0 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1972–73, with 95.1 in.
What is the hottest month in Lakewood?
July is the warmest month in Lakewood, with an average high of 87°F.
What is the coldest month in Lakewood?
December is the coldest month in Lakewood, with an average low of 19°F.
What is the record high temperature in Lakewood?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Lakewood station is 104°F, set on June 27, 1994. The record low is -25°F, on December 22, 1989.
What is the sunniest month in Lakewood?
September is the sunniest month in Lakewood, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Lakewood?
The first fall freeze in Lakewood typically comes around October 6. The last spring freeze is around May 7.
What is the best time to visit Lakewood?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically September to October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.