Late winter · Weather & things to do
Aspen in February
Little changes in Aspen from January: highs stay near 31°F (-1°C), lows near 10°F (-12°C), and about 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain or snow falls.
With a comfort score of 47/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 31°F (-1°C)
- Avg low
- 10°F (-12°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.8 in (45 mm)
- Humidity
- 94%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 31°F (-1°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 10°F (-12°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (49 → 47/100).
- Our Colorado Rockies route recommends Jun – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
- February sits inside the Dec – Mar window our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 10°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Aspen in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
J-Bar at Hotel Jerome
Classic 1889 hotel bar, home of the Aspen Crud bourbon milkshake.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 31°F.
Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro
Mountain hut on Aspen Highlands serving fondue and raclette, known for its lively afternoon lunch seating.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
White House Tavern
Small tavern in an 1883 miner's cottage, known for crispy chicken sandwiches.
Why now A cozy break on a 31°F day.
Aspen Art Museum
Free contemporary art museum with a rooftop cafe and mountain views.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 31°F.
John Denver Sanctuary
Quiet riverside park with lyrics carved into stones along the Roaring Fork.
Grottos Trail
Short loop to smooth river-carved rock caves and cascades on the Roaring Fork.
Nearby in February
- Vail in February~39 mi · highs 29°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Breckenridge in February~46 mi · highs 24°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in February~100 mi · highs 25°F, 1.5 in rain or snow · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Denver in February~105 mi · highs 47°F, 0.8 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~3,268 m to Aspen's ~2,405 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Aspen in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Aspen?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 47/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 31°F (-1°C) and 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain or snow. Our Colorado Rockies route recommends Jun – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Aspen in February?
Average highs are 31°F (-1°C) and average lows 10°F (-12°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Aspen in February?
Not much: about 1.8 in (45 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 20.7 in (527 mm).
What should I pack for Aspen in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 10°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in February
- Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen Dec – Mar
Planning Aspen in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.