Mesa Verde National Park in April
In April, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 59°F and a low of 34°F, with 1.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 5.0 inches of snowfall. About 27,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 13 hours 06 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 59° / 34°F
- Precipitation
- 1.1in
- Snow
- 5.0in
- Daylight
- 13h 6m
- Visitors
- 27,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
April is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with quiet crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Fruitland, NM at 5,130 ft averages a April high of 68°F and a low of 31°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Mesa Verde NP, CO, 4.2 miles from the park's center, 7,142 ft. Second station lower down: Fruitland, NM, 5,130 ft, 36.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 56° / 29° | Quiet | Mild, wet |
| Canyonlands National Park | 67° / 36° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Arches National Park | 70° / 44° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 72° / 44° | Busy | Mild |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 56° / 29° | Quiet | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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