Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Aspen in July
Aspen's warmest month brings highs averaging 80°F (27°C), lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain.
At 92/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 56%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 92/100 · Great
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 80°F (27°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (47 mm) for the month.
Plan around July
July is one of Aspen's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort slips from 95/100 in June to 92/100.
- July sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Colorado Rockies route recommends.
- Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 52°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Aspen in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Independence Pass
12,095-foot Continental Divide crossing with short tundra walks at the top.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep.
Snowmass
The largest of the four Aspen Snowmass mountains, with long groomed cruisers and the Elk Camp Gondola.
Why now July scores 92/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
John Denver Sanctuary
Quiet riverside park with lyrics carved into stones along the Roaring Fork.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Crater Lake Trail
3.6-mile round trip from Maroon Lake to a quieter lake right under the Bells.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Ajax Tavern
Slopeside patio at the base of the gondola, known for its truffle fries and burger.
Wheeler Opera House
Sandstone opera house built in 1889 by silver baron Jerome Wheeler, now hosting concerts, comedy and films.
Nearby in July
- Vail in July~39 mi · highs 78°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Breckenridge in July~46 mi · highs 73°F, 2.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in July~100 mi · highs 75°F, 2.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Denver in July~105 mi · highs 92°F, 2.4 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, wetter
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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Aspen?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 92/100. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Sep window our Colorado Rockies route recommends.
How hot is Aspen in July?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Aspen in July?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.7 in (527 mm).
What should I pack for Aspen in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 52°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Colorado Rockies Jun – Sep
Planning Aspen in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.