Akron, Colorado has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 36.2 °F (low) to 63.3 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 16.5 Inches. Akron is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5b. The growing season typically runs from the last frost around May 1 - May 10 through the first frost around Oct. 1 - Oct. 10.
| Month | Avg. Low | Avg. High | Avg. Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.4 °F | 40.9 °F | 0.34 in. |
| February | 18.1 °F | 43.1 °F | 0.43 in. |
| March | 26.0 °F | 53.5 °F | 0.84 in. |
| April | 32.7 °F | 60.2 °F | 1.52 in. |
| May | 43.2 °F | 69.7 °F | 2.8 in. |
| June | 53.4 °F | 81.9 °F | 2.23 in. |
| July | 59.9 °F | 88.5 °F | 2.81 in. |
| August | 57.6 °F | 86.4 °F | 2.33 in. |
| September | 49.2 °F | 78.4 °F | 1.18 in. |
| October | 35.9 °F | 64.3 °F | 1.09 in. |
| November | 25.3 °F | 51.1 °F | 0.53 in. |
| December | 16.8 °F | 41.1 °F | 0.42 in. |
| Annual | 36.2 °F | 63.3 °F | 16.52 in. |
| Average First Frost Date | Oct. 1 - Oct. 10 |
| Average Last Frost Date | May 1 - May 10 |
| Average Days With Frost | 150-180 Days |
| Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 5b : -15°F to -10°F |
| Plant Hardiness Zone - 2012 | Zone 5b : -15°F to -10°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Severe Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |