October 6 is generally a great time to visit Aspen. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. You'll enjoy Aspen with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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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 October 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.4°C. 18% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Aspen in October
Based on historical data for October 6, Aspen typically experiences temperatures between 0.3°C and 15.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Aspen
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
15.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
0.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
18%
Avg 1.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~18% chance
Pressure
1018.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Aspen Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 36 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 54 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 90 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.7°C
Dry air
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
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~38
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Aspen
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:09
☀️ Noon
11:56
🌇 Sunset
17:43
⏱️ Daylight
11h 34m
Wind Speed
11.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
60%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Aspen
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
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 October 6 averages 15.4°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 76/100."
— 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
September 29
18.6°C • 20% rain
Score
86
September 30
18.1°C • 21% rain
Score
84
October 8
14.9°C • 18% rain
Score
84
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Aspen Worth Visiting on October 6?
Planning a trip to Aspen on October 6? 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 15.4°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 38 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.3°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -1.9°C in 2019.