Major city · United States
Longmont
Spend a day in Longmont for breweries and parks; add a night only if you need a Front Range base.
Longmont is a ~100 k city north‑northwest of Denver with a lively craft‑brew scene, several golf courses and easy road links to Fort Collins, Boulder and Denver. One full day covers the main sights; a night is optional for a relaxed Front Range itinerary.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, snow)
- Airports
- DEN · VBG
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Longmont911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Longmont, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyLongmont is generally safe; typical US city precautions apply—keep valuables secure, watch traffic on busy roads.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire and ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportDEN Denver International Airport (Main commercial airport, about 45 km (28 mi) south).DEN Denver International Airport (Main commercial airport, about 28 mi (45 km) south).
- Getting aroundRTD bus routes (L/LX/LNX, Boulder Jump Local) serve downtown; most visitors drive via US‑287/US‑287A.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at café$2–4
- BeerCraft beer pint$5–7
- Metro or bus rideRTD bus ridecheck$2–3
- Budget bedStandard hotel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bedStandard hotel room, a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedStandard hotel room, a night, per roomUS$250
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DEN Denver International Airport (Main commercial airport, about 45 km (28 mi) south) · VBG Vance Brand Airport (Private‑aircraft field in Longmont)DEN Denver International Airport (Main commercial airport, about 28 mi (45 km) south) · VBG Vance Brand Airport (Private‑aircraft field in Longmont)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest Dec (9 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Longmont: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
8 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
7 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
6 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
Dec
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
RTD bus routes (L/LX/LNX, Boulder Jump Local) serve downtown; most visitors drive via US‑287/US‑287A. No commuter rail.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Fort Collins
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
US‑287 north, about 30 min drive
Historic downtown, breweries and Colorado State University.
Boulder
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
US‑287 north to CO‑119 west, about 35 min drive
Pearl Street, Flatirons, University of Colorado.
Denver
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
I‑25 south, about 45 min drive
Heavy traffic peak hours; plan travel outside rush.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
SpringHill Suites Boulder Longmont
Near I‑25, good for car‑based trips
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Standard hotel room1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| RTD bus day pass2 × US$8 · check | US$16 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$53 |
| Trip total≈ US$290 per person per day, bed included | US$579 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at café | $2–4 |
| Craft beer pint | $5–7 |
| Meal at brewery restaurant | $12–20 |
| RTD bus ridecheck | $2–3 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited bus frequency on weekends; check RTD schedule.
- Winter snow can close some mountain roads; allow extra travel time.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire and ambulance
- 911
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulates are in Denver; nearest for Longmont residents.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Denver Intl → Longmont (rental car): ≈ $45 per day (check)
- RTD bus day pass: $8 (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis-KOOL-peh)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-syahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAHN-toh KWEHS-tah)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom? (DON-deh ehs-TAH el BAH-nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Longmont. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, snow) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at SpringHill Suites for a relaxed Front Range base.
- Use RTD bus passes for cheap local travel.
- Consider a rental car for flexible day trips to nearby towns.
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