OURAY TOPOGRAPHY
Ouray: Elevation 7,770. Ouray is surrounded by the mountains of the San Juan Range, the youngest and most rugged range of the Rocky Mountains, with peaks surrounding the town rising to 13,000'.
Climate: 285 sunny days a year.
Summer Weather: A typical summer day is sunny, in the 70's and 80's with evening temperatures in the 50's. The humidity is very low, with brief afternoon showers typical in July and August.
Winter Weather: 140 inches average snowfall. A typical winter day is sunny and bright, with highs averaging in the 40's and lows in the high teens. Snowstorms are sometimes heavy. Although not always necessary, it is advisable to have fourwheel drive and snow tires or chains when visiting Colorado during the winter months. |
