Colorado Springs has a semi-arid climate and the city's
proximity to the mountains makes the weather unpredictable and
changeable. The city gets plenty of sun in the warm summers and in
the cold, snowy winters. In December, the coldest month of winter,
the average temperatures range between 17°F (-8°C) and 42°F (6°C),
and in July, the hottest month of summer, the average temperatures
range between 56°F (13°C) and 84°F (29°C). Snow falls between
November and April, with March being the snowiest month. Colorado
Springs is not a rainy city, but some rain does fall in the summer
months.
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport
Location: The airport is located nine miles (16km) southeast of
Colorado Springs.
Time: GMT -7 (GMT -6 from mid-March to the first Sunday
in November).
Getting to the city:
There are buses to Colorado Springs and the surrounding region
from the airport. Taxis, limousines, rental cars, and airport
shuttles are all available at the airport, and some hotels in
Colorado Springs offer pick-up services for their guests.
Car Rental:
Car hire companies at the airport include Avis, Budget, Hertz,
Alamo/National, and Enterprise.
Airport Taxis:
Springs Cab, Pikes Peak Cab, Rocky Mountain Taxi, and Yellow Cab
offer taxis from Colorado Springs Airport. Taxis are metered.
Facilities:
Facilities at the airport include ATMs, a visitor information
centre, and multiple restaurants and shops.
Parking
Short-term parking costs $1 per 30 minutes up to $9 per day, and
long-term parking costs $1 per hour up to $7 per day. There is a
free, 24/7 shuttle service to the terminal.
Tourists often choose to hire cars in Colorado Springs,
especially as most travellers explore widely in the region
surrounding the city, rather than just in Colorado Springs itself.
However, despite car hire being the most convenient transport
option, visitors should note that traffic congestion, narrow roads,
and scarce parking could make driving around Colorado Springs
itself a bit stressful. For those who prefer not to drive, there
are taxis available, but they should be ordered at least an hour in
advance by phone. Public transport consists of a bus system managed
by Mountain Metropolitan Transport, which operates comprehensive
routes in town between 5am and 10pm on weekdays.