Mountain town in Colorado, United States
Vail weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Vail
Ski season runs mid-Nov to mid-Apr, with Dec–Mar busiest and most expensive. Jul–Aug is warm and good for hiking and biking; Apr–May and Oct–Nov are quiet and many businesses close.
Vail weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-2°47 mm
- Feb-2°47 mm
- Mar3°52 mm
- Apr8°64 mm
- May15°54 mm
- Jun23°30 mm
- Jul26°53 mm
- Aug24°49 mm
- Sep20°43 mm
- Oct11°44 mm
- Nov4°42 mm
- Dec-2°48 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C28°F | -13°C8°F | 47 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| February | -2°C29°F | -13°C8°F | 47 mm | 95% | Freezing |
| March | 3°C37°F | -9°C15°F | 52 mm | 90% | Freezing |
| April | 8°C47°F | -4°C25°F | 64 mm | 76% | Cold |
| May | 15°C58°F | 1°C34°F | 54 mm | 66% | Cool |
| June | 23°C73°F | 6°C43°F | 30 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 10°C50°F | 53 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C75°F | 9°C47°F | 49 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C68°F | 4°C40°F | 43 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| October | 11°C53°F | -1°C30°F | 44 mm | 64% | Cool |
| November | 4°C40°F | -7°C19°F | 42 mm | 75% | Cold |
| December | -2°C29°F | -13°C9°F | 48 mm | 90% | Freezing |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Vail | Jan–Mar, Jul–Aug | Jul (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Vail?
Jan–Mar, Jul–Aug. Ski season runs mid-Nov to mid-Apr, with Dec–Mar busiest and most expensive. Jul–Aug is warm and good for hiking and biking; Apr–May and Oct–Nov are quiet and many businesses close.
When is the rainy season in Vail?
Rain peaks in April with about 64 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Vail?
July, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Vail get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -13°C (8°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Town of Vail transit
- ECO Transit
- Eagle County Regional Airport
- Vail Health
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 4.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.