August 5 is generally a great time to visit Aspen. While there is a slight chance of rain (31%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 25°C weather. Aspen is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Aspen
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Aspen Weather Forecast for August 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 25°C. 31% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Aspen in August
Based on historical data for August 5, Aspen typically experiences temperatures between 9.3°C and 25°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 31% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Aspen
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
25°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.4°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
31%
Avg 2.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
50%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1019.2 hPa
Low volatility
Aspen Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.2°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~84
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Aspen
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:12
☀️ Noon
12:14
🌇 Sunset
19:16
⏱️ Daylight
14h 4m
Wind Speed
10.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
12.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Aspen
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Aspen on August 5 averages 25°C with a 31% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Aspen Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 11
24.9°C • 15% rain
Score
100
July 29
25.2°C • 22% rain
Score
97
July 31
25.1°C • 23% rain
Score
97
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📍 Is Aspen Worth Visiting on August 5?
Planning a trip to Aspen on August 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 25°C with a 31% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 84 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.6°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 6°C in 2021.