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 | 20:18:40 (15th September 2026) |
| Postal code | 81326 |
| Weather | 70℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 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
70°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
5 to 10 mph S
Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 70. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
7-Day Forecast
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 |