Hillrose, Colorado has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 34.7 °F (low) to 65 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 15.3 Inches. Hillrose 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 | 13.6 °F | 41.6 °F | 0.26 in. |
| February | 16.1 °F | 44.8 °F | 0.32 in. |
| March | 24.8 °F | 55.6 °F | 0.74 in. |
| April | 32.4 °F | 62.6 °F | 1.46 in. |
| May | 43.2 °F | 71.9 °F | 2.71 in. |
| June | 53.3 °F | 84.1 °F | 2.31 in. |
| July | 59.4 °F | 90.6 °F | 2.5 in. |
| August | 56.6 °F | 88.3 °F | 1.99 in. |
| September | 47.4 °F | 80.2 °F | 1.23 in. |
| October | 33.5 °F | 66.4 °F | 1.07 in. |
| November | 22.4 °F | 52.3 °F | 0.41 in. |
| December | 13.7 °F | 41.5 °F | 0.28 in. |
| Annual | 34.7 °F | 65 °F | 15.28 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 5a : -20°F to -15°F |
| Current Drought Conditions | Severe Drought |
| Köppen Climate Classification | BSk - Cold Semi-Arid Climate |