While it seems like Colorado gets really hot in the summer and really cold in the winter, some neighboring states have recorded bigger differences in extreme temperatures than the Centennial State.
Colorado sees more lightning deaths than most states. The Palmer Divide’s storm-stirring power can make one Colorado town surprisingly dangerous for outdoor lovers.
Your driveway might become a winter workout zone this year. The Farmers’ Almanac says Colorado could see one of its snowiest winters in years. Here’s the forecast for 2025-26.
In Colorado, high elevation means thinner atmosphere and stronger UV rays—sunburns can happen in just 15 minutes, even on sunny winter slopes reflecting off snow.