The City of Ouray is the home rule municipality that is the county seat of Ouray County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 1,000 as of the 2010 census. The Ouray Post Office has the ZIP code 81427.

What is the best time of year to visit Ouray Colorado?

The best time to visit Ouray is October

During the warmer months, temperatures in Ouray can rise to a maximum of 20℃ (68℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of -16℃ (3℉).

Is it better to stay in Telluride or Ouray?

Agree, both towns are unique and historic. Telluride has been there well over 100 years. It is more upscale than Ouray regarding number and quality of restaurants, hotels, etc., but does not qualify as "glitzy".