Valentine’s Day in Denver is often a mixed bag when it comes to weather. Over the years, February 14 has brought everything from record highs to bitter cold snaps and even significant snowfall. This year’s Valentine’s Day was relatively mild, but how did it compare to the city’s historical records? Let’s take a look!
Valentine’s Day 2025 Recap
On February 14, 2025, Denver recorded a high temperature of 58°F and a low of 20°F, making for a relatively pleasant winter day. The daily high was 13 degrees above normal, while the low was just 1 degree above the average. While there was a trace of precipitation (0.01 inches) recorded, no snowfall occurred. The day was breezy at times, with the highest wind gust reaching 31 mph from the northwest.
How 2025 Compares to Historical Averages
Historically, Denver’s average Valentine’s Day temperatures are 45°F for the high and 19°F for the low. This means 2025 was notably warmer than normal. However, it was far from record-setting territory. The warmest Valentine’s Day on record was in 1924 and 1979, when the temperature soared to 71°F. On the flip side, the coldest February 14 was in 2021, with a frigid low of -14°F. That same year, the high temperature was a mere 1°F, making it the coldest Valentine’s Day overall in Denver history.
Warmest and Coldest Valentine’s Days on Record
- Warmest: 71°F (1924, 1979)
- Coldest Low: -14°F (2021)
- Coldest High: 1°F (2021)
Snow and Precipitation Trends
Snow on Valentine’s Day isn’t a guarantee in Denver. In fact, measurable snowfall has only occurred in about 24% of years. The last time Denver saw snow on February 14 was in 2021, when 0.5 inches fell. The snowiest Valentine’s Day on record was in 1960, when 5.0 inches blanketed the city.
While 2025 didn’t bring much precipitation, it wasn’t the driest year either. Many Valentine’s Days in Denver have had no measurable precipitation, while the wettest occurred in 1987 and 1960, with 0.41 inches of liquid precipitation.
Looking at the last several years, Denver has seen more mild Valentine’s Days. In 2024, the high was 54°F, in 2023 it was 42°F, and in 2022 it climbed to 61°F. This trend aligns with the general warming patterns seen across the region in recent years.
While Valentine’s Day 2025 was warmer than average, it didn’t break any records. With a pleasant high of 58°F and just a bit of moisture in the air, it was a comfortable day for Denverites. As we look ahead to the rest of February, we’ll see if the mild pattern continues or if winter has one last surprise in store!