Weather in Vail
What's the weather like in Vail?
Vail has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July, with overnight lows around -11°C (13°F) and 9°C (49°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Vail are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Coordinates
- 39.640, -106.374
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C / 30°F | -11°C / 13°F | 63 mm | 12 | — |
| February | 0°C / 32°F | -10°C / 14°F | 65 mm | 14 | — |
| March | 4°C / 39°F | -7°C / 20°F | 68 mm | 13 | — |
| April | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 26°F | 71 mm | 12 | — |
| May | 13°C / 55°F | 1°C / 33°F | 60 mm | 11 | — |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 5°C / 40°F | 28 mm | 6 | — |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 9°C / 49°F | 39 mm | 10 | — |
| August | 24°C / 74°F | 9°C / 48°F | 41 mm | 9 | — |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 6°C / 42°F | 30 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 12°C / 53°F | -1°C / 30°F | 53 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 4°C / 40°F | -8°C / 17°F | 54 mm | 10 | — |
| December | -1°C / 31°F | -11°C / 11°F | 65 mm | 12 | — |
Vail by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Vail?
The most comfortable months in Vail are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Vail?
July is typically the hottest month in Vail, averaging a high of 25°C (77°F).
What is the coldest month in Vail?
December is usually the coldest, with average lows around -11°C (11°F).
Does it snow in Vail?
Snow is rare in Vail; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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