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Aspen Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Aspen, United States with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 12°C (high) to -3°C (low), with 474mm annual rainfall. The best months to visit are June, July, August for optimal weather conditions. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
12°C

Peak in July

Avg Low
-3°C

Coolest in December

Annual Rainfall
474mm

Heavy in April

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Aspen Monthly Weather Guide

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Language

English

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

Best Time to Visit Aspen

Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 39.1911° N, 106.8175° W

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Aspen is a prominent destination in United States.

Located at 39.19°N latitude,Aspen experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.

Based on 30 years of data, July is the warmest month (avg. 26°C), while December is the coolest. April sees the most rain (31% chance), making June the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+2.09°C

Total over 30 years

+0.7°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Aspen, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

June, July, August

Best months to visit

12°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Aspen receives approximately 474mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

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1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.8°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

10.6°

2024 Avg

12.5°

2040 Proj

13.3°

Historical Rate

+0.70°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.47°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Aspen has warmed by +2.1°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.8°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.473°C/decade), for a total of +2.8°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic
34/ 100
Traffic Index

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Peak

Aug

Low

May

Monthly Traffic Distribution

33
Jan
41
Feb
42
Mar
17
Apr
3
May
60
Jun
60
Jul
84
Aug
50
Sep
38
Oct
25
Nov
53
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

No Requirements

No Special Vaccinations Required

Standard travel precautions apply

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Aspen Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January0°C24%❄️ Cold
February1°C30%❄️ Cold
March5°C29%Neutral
April9°C31%Neutral
May14°C23%Neutral
June22°C13%✨ Perfect
July26°C17%✨ Perfect
August24°C23%✨ Perfect
September20°C19%✨ Perfect
October13°C21%Neutral
November5°C21%Neutral
December0°C24%❄️ Cold

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Aspen Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Aspen?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, June, July, August are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Aspen?

July is historically the hottest month in Aspen with average highs of 26°C.

When does it rain the most in Aspen?

April typically sees the highest probability of rain (31%).

Is Aspen expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.