Rifle, Colorado, United States Climate Change Severity

62
Very High
The current climate change severity in Rifle is Very High, with a 26.1% worsening in the climate score compared to last 15 years. This suggests deteriorating conditions, with increasing negative impacts on weather patterns and environmental conditions.
Data: Jan. to Jul. (Historical Vs 2025) - Weather Data Only
Low
020
Moderate
40
High
60
Very High
80
Extreme
100
°C

Rifle Weather Condition Changes (Historic Vs 2025)

2025
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Historic
2025

Over the past 15 year(s), Rifle temperature has changed by around +2.05%, and has experienced notable climate changes.

Sunny
Cloudy
Rainy
Snowy
Misty
Data: Jan. to Jul. (Historical Vs 2025)

Comparison of Weather Condition (Historic Vs 2025)

HistoricDays

Year 2025Days

Change

sunnySunny
7268
-5.5%
cloudyCloudy
5146
-9.8%
rainyRainy
5931
-47.4%
snowySnowy
128
-33.3%
mistyMisty
02
100%

Disclaimer: Other weather conditions not shown may affect the total day count.

Climate Change Indicators:

Over the past 15 years, Rifle has experienced measurable shifts in key climate parameters, contributing to the current severity score of 62 (within the Very High severity category). This suggests worsening climate conditions from the previous years. Here’s a breakdown of the specific changes observed:

Severity Score

62/100

Very High

Low
020
Moderate
40
High
60
Very High
80
Extreme
100

From 2010 to 2025, Rifle experienced significant changes:

Temperature change of

+0.1 °C

Variation in annual rainfall

-20.3 %

Change in average humidity

-11.004 %

PM2.5 levels surged by

-65.8 %

Heatwave changed by

-3.6 day(s)

Coldwave changed by

+0.06 day(s)

Wind speeds changed by

+2.6 km/h

These indicators show a dramatic increase in volatility and worsening conditions. Rifle's Very High severity status requires urgent and immediate adaptation and mitigation strategies, particularly focused on managing extreme weather events, improving air quality, and ensuring water resources are adequate for the population.

Check how we calculate Climate Change Severity
Based on data from Jan. to Jul.

Rifle Weather Forecast 30 Days (August - September 2025)
Rifle, Colorado, United States

Condition
Temperature IconTemperature
Humidity Iconhumi.
Wind IconWind Speed
Tue. 12, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon32°/6°
Humidity Icon31%
Wind Icon11km/h
Wed. 13, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon33°/8°
Humidity Icon32%
Wind Icon24km/h
Thu. 14, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby
Temperature Icon29°/12°
Humidity Icon36%
Wind Icon25km/h
Fri. 15, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby
Temperature Icon26°/12°
Humidity Icon55%
Wind Icon16km/h
Sat. 16, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain nearby
Temperature Icon22°/14°
Humidity Icon63%
Wind Icon7km/h
Sun. 17, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon26°/13°
Humidity Icon47%
Wind Icon22km/h
Mon. 18, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon30°/13°
Humidity Icon29%
Wind Icon16km/h
Tue. 19, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon31°/14°
Humidity Icon24%
Wind Icon16km/h
Wed. 20, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon28°/15°
Humidity Icon27%
Wind Icon8km/h
Thu. 21, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon31°/14°
Humidity Icon25%
Wind Icon20km/h
Fri. 22, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon31°/14°
Humidity Icon17%
Wind Icon23km/h
Sat. 23, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon31°/13°
Humidity Icon16%
Wind Icon20km/h
Sun. 24, Aug.
sunnySunny
Temperature Icon30°/16°
Humidity Icon29%
Wind Icon23km/h
Mon. 25, Aug.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower
Temperature Icon27°/13°
Humidity Icon51%
Wind Icon13km/h
Tue. 26, Aug.
moderate rain at timesModerate rain at times
Temperature Icon26°/13°
Humidity Icon51%
Wind Icon13km/h
Wed. 27, Aug.
moderate rain at timesModerate rain at times
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon49%
Wind Icon15km/h
Thu. 28, Aug.
moderate rain at timesModerate rain at times
Temperature Icon27°/13°
Humidity Icon47%
Wind Icon12km/h
Fri. 29, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon43%
Wind Icon14km/h
Sat. 30, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon45%
Wind Icon16km/h
Sun. 31, Aug.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon44%
Wind Icon17km/h
Mon. 1, Sep.
moderate rain at timesModerate rain at times
Temperature Icon26°/12°
Humidity Icon46%
Wind Icon16km/h
Tue. 2, Sep.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon26°/12°
Humidity Icon47%
Wind Icon13km/h
Wed. 3, Sep.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon45%
Wind Icon14km/h
Thu. 4, Sep.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon41%
Wind Icon15km/h
Fri. 5, Sep.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon27°/12°
Humidity Icon42%
Wind Icon14km/h
Sat. 6, Sep.
moderate rain at timesModerate rain at times
Temperature Icon26°/11°
Humidity Icon42%
Wind Icon14km/h
Sun. 7, Sep.
patchy rain possiblePatchy rain possible
Temperature Icon26°/11°
Humidity Icon43%
Wind Icon13km/h
Mon. 8, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower
Temperature Icon25°/10°
Humidity Icon47%
Wind Icon14km/h
Tue. 9, Sep.
moderate or heavy rain showerModerate or heavy rain shower
Temperature Icon23°/10°
Humidity Icon48%
Wind Icon14km/h
Wed. 10, Sep.
moderate rain at timesModerate rain at times
Temperature Icon23°/10°
Humidity Icon47%
Wind Icon14km/h
Thu. 11, Sep.
heavy rain at timesHeavy rain at times
Temperature Icon24°/10°
Humidity Icon51%
Wind Icon14km/h

Highest & Lowest Weather Forecasts

TemperatureTemperature

High will be onWed. 13, Aug.

33°C

Low will be onTue. 12, Aug.

6°C

HumidityHumidity

High will be onSat. 16, Aug.

63%

Low will be onSat. 23, Aug.

16%

Wind SpeedWind Speed

High will be onThu. 14, Aug.

24.5km/h

Low will be onSat. 16, Aug.

6.5km/h

PrecipitationPrecipitation

High will be onTue. 9, Sep.

2.4mm

Low will be onSat. 23, Aug.

0.01mm

Ultraviolet IndexUV

High will be onMon. 18, Aug.

6

Low will be onSat. 16, Aug.

4

Our Blogs

7 Aug 2025

Biggest Wildfire in France’s History?What It Means for Air Quality, Health, and Climate

Biggest Wildfire in France’s History?What It Means for Air Quality, Health, and Climate
6 Aug 2025

DU Cut-Off 2025: How’s the Air Near Your Dream College?

DU Cut-Off 2025: How’s the Air Near Your Dream College?
1 Aug 2025

Why You Should Add a Real-Time Weather and AQI Widget to Your Website?

Why You Should Add a Real-Time Weather and AQI Widget to Your Website?
31 Jul 2025

Minneapolis Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Pushes Pollution to Unhealthy Levels

Minneapolis Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Pushes Pollution to Unhealthy Levels
26 Jul 2025

New Delhi Annual Air Quality: Comparative Analysis of AQI (2020–2025)

New Delhi Annual Air Quality: Comparative Analysis of AQI (2020–2025)
26 Jul 2025

Free Air Quality Monitor from AQI.in: How Anyone Can Track Pollution?

Free Air Quality Monitor from AQI.in: How Anyone Can Track Pollution?
24 Jul 2025

Big Dreams, Toxic Air: Why a Father’s ‘No’ to Hansraj College Over Delhi Pollution is a Warning for India

Big Dreams, Toxic Air: Why a Father’s ‘No’ to Hansraj College Over Delhi Pollution is a Warning for India
19 Jul 2025

What Is the Real Impact of Air Pollution on Property Rates in India?

What Is the Real Impact of Air Pollution on Property Rates in India?
15 Jul 2025

Do People Really Consider Air Pollution Before Moving to Delhi NCR?

Do People Really Consider Air Pollution Before Moving to Delhi NCR?
12 Jul 2025

Is Poor Air Quality in Gyms Holding Back Your Fitness Goals?

Is Poor Air Quality in Gyms Holding Back Your Fitness Goals?