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Breckenridge in August
Breckenridge cools off: highs slip to 70°F (21°C), from 73°F in July, with lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (49 mm)
- Humidity
- 59%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What August feels like
Warm afternoons near 70°F (21°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (49 mm) for the month.
Plan around August
August is one of Breckenridge's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: September highs fall to 62°F.
- Comfort holds steady from July (91 → 91/100).
- Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 70°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 42°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Breckenridge in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Ski area across Peaks 6 to 10 of the Tenmile Range, with the Imperial Express chair topping out at 12,840 feet.
Why now August scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
BreckConnect Gondola
Free gondola from the edge of town to the base areas at Peak 7 and Peak 8.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Main Street
Main Street of Breckenridge's historic district, lined with restored 1880s storefronts, shops and restaurants.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Hearthstone
Long-running restaurant in a restored Victorian house on Ridge Street, one block above Main Street.
Breckenridge Distillery
Craft distillery known for its bourbon, with a tasting room and restaurant on Airport Road.
Nearby in August
- Vail in August~20 mi · highs 75°F, 1.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in August~46 mi · highs 76°F, 1.8 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Denver in August~59 mi · highs 89°F, 2.0 in rain · 11°C (19°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in August~62 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~3,234 m to Breckenridge's ~2,964 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.
Breckenridge in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Breckenridge?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain. Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Breckenridge in August?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Breckenridge in August?
Not much: about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 22.6 in (573 mm).
What should I pack for Breckenridge in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 70°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 42°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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