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Curecanti National Recreation Area
Weather & Reservoir Levels
 

CLIMATE
Weather can vary greatly throughout the day. Summer daytime temperatures range between 50 to 90F (10 to 32C), nights 40 to 60F (4 to 15C). Winter daytime temperatures range between -20 to +40F (-29 to +4C), nights -30 to +20F (-34 to -7C).

Precipitation is minimal, but afternoon thunderstorms and strong winds are common during the summer. Snow accumulation varies greatly year to year. Layered clothing appropriate for the season is recommended.


 

LIVE WEATHER
Weather information is broadcast to you live from the Elk Creek Visitor Center weather system, 16 miles west of Gunnison, Colorado.

The live weather screens are now available in several formats. You will be forwarded to our host weather site at the Automated Weather Source.

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Images are available from Elk Creek and Lake Fork.
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Did You Know?
The Curecanti Needle has long been a defining symbol and landmark of this region. In 1882, the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad entered the Black Canyon and promptly designated the Curecanti Needle as their symbol.

Last Updated: September 05, 2006 at 10:56 EST