Lakewood, Colorado Weather
Lakewood, Colorado — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery for Lakewood, Jefferson County.
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About Lakewood, Colorado
Lakewood, Colorado, unfolds across the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area, its landscape shaped by the gentle slope of the foothills and the distant, regal presence of the Rocky Mountains. It lies 4.2 miles south of Wheat Ridge, CO (from Wheat Ridge, CO: bearing 183°T), and is situated 5.7 miles west-south-west of Denver. This terrain, once the domain of open plains and scattered settlements, transitioned into a burgeoning community driven by the westward expansion of the United States and the promise of opportunity in the arid West. The economy of Lakewood has historically mirrored the growth of its larger neighbor, evolving from its agricultural roots to embrace a diverse range of industries, including technology, healthcare, and retail, fostering a self-sustaining economic spirit that hums beneath the vast Colorado sky. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon, often carries a crisp, dry quality, a subtle reminder of the high-altitude environment that defines this place. The cultural character of Lakewood is one of pragmatic friendliness, a blend of suburban comfort and an appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds it. While it may not boast world-renowned museums, its notable landmarks include the reflective expanse of Bear Creek Lake Park, a popular retreat offering a taste of Colorado's aquatic charm. The city is also home to the Lakewood Cultural Center, a hub for local arts and performances, reflecting a vibrant community spirit. Though no major universities call Lakewood home, its proximity to Denver’s esteemed institutions means educational pursuits are never far from reach. The rhythm of everyday life in Lakewood is often characterized by a quiet diligence, a sense of settled purpose that resonates as residents engage in their daily routines.
Live animated radar for Lakewood and surroundings — RainViewer.
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| Location | Lakewood, Jefferson County, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.70471°N, 105.081373°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 80226, 80232 |
| Area Code | 303, 720 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Lakewood, Colorado Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Lakewood, Colorado, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Lakewood includes coordinates 39.704710°N, 105.081373°W, situated in Jefferson County. ZIP code 80226, 80232. Telephone area code: 303, 720. Timezone: Mountain Time (America/Denver).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
