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Silverton area

Silverton area is a sport climbing crag in Colorado with 1 route.

1 route
5.11
Sport

Best time to visit Silverton area

No month here meets our mild-weather rule. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

  1. Jan

    34° / -6°

    9 wet

  2. Feb

    36° / -3°

    9 wet

  3. Mar

    43° / 6°

    10 wet

  4. Apr

    48° / 17°

    9 wet

  5. May

    58° / 25°

    9 wet

  6. Jun

    70° / 31°

    7 wet

  7. Jul

    75° / 38°

    13 wet

  8. Aug

    72° / 37°

    15 wet

  9. Sep

    66° / 30°

    12 wet

  10. Oct

    55° / 20°

    9 wet

  11. Nov

    43° / 7°

    8 wet

  12. Dec

    34° / -5°

    9 wet

Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Silverton, CO, 0.4 mi away at 9,285 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

The Silverton area is a climbing destination in Colorado, about half a mile from the town of Silverton. It sits at roughly the same elevation as town, and several climbing areas and other outdoor spots fall within a short drive or walk. Summer is the most comfortable time to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Silverton run to highs around 75°F in July with lows near 38°F, while winter brings January highs in the mid-30s and lows below zero. Dog's Crag is just 0.1 mile away, and the San Juans climbing area is about a mile off. Silverton Lakes Campground and the Kendall Designated Camping Area are both within a few miles for an overnight stay.

Routes (1)

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