Orchard, Colorado has a Cold Semi-Arid Climate climate (Köppen classification: BSk). Average annual temperatures range from 33.3 °F (low) to 64.5 °F (high). Annual precipitation averages 14.9 Inches. Orchard is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5a. 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 | 11.4 °F | 40.9 °F | 0.35 in. |
| February | 14.1 °F | 44.9 °F | 0.35 in. |
| March | 23.5 °F | 55.5 °F | 0.76 in. |
| April | 31.4 °F | 62.3 °F | 1.55 in. |
| May | 42.8 °F | 71.5 °F | 2.44 in. |
| June | 52.6 °F | 83.4 °F | 2.21 in. |
| July | 57.7 °F | 88.9 °F | 2.1 in. |
| August | 55.3 °F | 87.0 °F | 1.86 in. |
| September | 45.8 °F | 79.9 °F | 1.23 in. |
| October | 31.9 °F | 66.6 °F | 1.11 in. |
| November | 20.6 °F | 51.8 °F | 0.54 in. |
| December | 11.9 °F | 41.1 °F | 0.4 in. |
| Annual | 33.3 °F | 64.5 °F | 14.9 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 5a : -20°F to -15°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 |