Hesperus, Colorado
Hesperus: Situated in southwestern Colorado's La Plata County at an elevation of 8,091 feet, this unincorporated community lies in the foothills of the La Plata Mountains west of Durango.
About
Hesperus is a city located in the county of La Plata in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Quick Facts about Hesperus
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | La Plata County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.2861,-108.0395 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 05:39:21 (7th November 2026) |
| Postal code | 81326 |
| Weather | 32℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Hesperus is located at 37°17'10"N 108°2'22"W (37.2861100, -108.0395200).
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Weather
32°F
Partly Cloudy
5 mph NE
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
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Hesperus zip code is 81326.
County name: La Plata, County
fips: 08067
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hesperus, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127185 | Fort Lewis College | Durango (CO) | 81301-3999 |
Closest post offices linked to Hesperus.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hesperu Post Office | Hesperus (CO) | 81326 |