September 3 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Aspen. With minimal rain risk (11%) and pleasant highs of 24°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a lively time to explore Aspen, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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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 September 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.5°C. 11% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Aspen in September
Based on historical data for September 3, Aspen typically experiences temperatures between 7°C and 23.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (11% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Aspen
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
23.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.8°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
11%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
35%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.9 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 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 18 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 27 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 45 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.9°C
Pleasant
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
Busy
60/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~50
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Aspen
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:39
☀️ Noon
12:08
🌇 Sunset
18:37
⏱️ Daylight
12h 58m
Wind Speed
11.1 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
11.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
55%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Aspen
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 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 September 3 averages 23.5°C with a 11% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Aspen Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Aspen Worth Visiting on September 3?
Planning a trip to Aspen on September 3? 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 23.5°C with a 11% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 50 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest September 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.5°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 4.4°C in 2020.