Weather

General Climate

Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site is in the High Plains, a subregion of the Great Plains, characterized by high elevation, steady winds, and a semiarid climate. Temperatures and conditions can be extreme in this region, with hot and dry summers that include occasional thunderstorms and tornadoes, as well as cold and snowy winters.

Be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions. Check the current conditions for the most up to date information.