National Park · CO
Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain is quietest in January and February and busiest in August.
Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Jul 2026 · alerts checked Jul 10, 2026. How this is calculated →
Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe
Pick a month to visit Rocky Mountain
This week
7-day forecast
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Precip chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 10 | Overcast | 70°F | 50°F | 12% |
| Sat 11 | Overcast | 74°F | 50°F | 5% |
| Sun 12 | Overcast | 77°F | 54°F | 9% |
| Mon 13 | Clear | 81°F | 50°F | 10% |
| Tue 14 | Clear | 78°F | 52°F | 7% |
| Wed 15 | Overcast | 71°F | 50°F | 18% |
| Thu 16 | Light rain | 65°F | 46°F | 48% |
Forecast data by Open-Meteo
Source: Open-Meteo
Weather
Monthly climate normals
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F | 16°F | 0.5" |
| February | 40°F | 16°F | 0.5" |
| March | 46°F | 21°F | 1.2" |
| April | 54°F | 27°F | 2.0" |
| May | 63°F | 35°F | 2.4" |
| June | 73°F | 42°F | 1.6" |
| July | 78°F | 48°F | 1.9" |
| August | 76°F | 46°F | 1.9" |
| September | 69°F | 39°F | 1.4" |
| October | 58°F | 30°F | 1.2" |
| November | 46°F | 22°F | 0.8" |
| December | 39°F | 16°F | 0.6" |
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Estes Park
Know before you go
Fees & hours
- Entrance fee
- $30 — $30 per private vehicle, valid 1 day; timed-entry reservations in peak season
- Hours
- Open 24 hours; Trail Ridge Road closed mid-Oct to late May
Source: NPS Data API
Conditions
Current alerts
- Information
Trail Ridge Road closed for winter
Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous paved road in the U.S., typically closes mid-October and reopens by Memorial Day.
Details on nps.gov → - Information
Update on Transponders
Due to some unexpected technical issues that are impacting recent transponder sales and renewals, Rocky Mountain National Park is temporarily pausing the sale and renewal of transponder devices. Updates will be posted on the park webpage.
Details on nps.gov → - Park Closure
A Fire Ban (Stage 2 Fire Restrictions) Are In Effect
Due to very high fire danger, the extended weather forecast, and current fire activity in the State of Colorado, Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are now in effect within Rocky Mountain National Park. When Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect, this means that all campfires, including charcoal briquette fires are not permitted anywhere within Rocky Mountain National Park. This ban is effective beginning today, June 29, and will remain in effect until further notice.
Details on nps.gov →
Source: NPS Data API