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Breckenridge in July
Breckenridge's warmest month brings highs averaging 73°F (23°C), lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (53 mm)
- Humidity
- 57%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 73°F (23°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 45°F (7°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
About 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's July.
Plan around July
July is one of Breckenridge's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 73°F, up from 67°F in June.
- Comfort slips from 95/100 in June to 91/100.
- Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Breckenridge in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
BreckConnect Gondola
Free gondola from the edge of town to the base areas at Peak 7 and Peak 8.
Why now July scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Main Street
Main Street of Breckenridge's historic district, lined with restored 1880s storefronts, shops and restaurants.
Why now Highs near 73°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Breckenridge Nordic Center
Groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails in the forest below Peak 8, with rentals and lessons.
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 Welcome Center
Visitor center on Main Street with a free exhibit on the town's gold-mining history.
Nearby in July
- Vail in July~20 mi · highs 78°F, 2.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Aspen in July~46 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Denver in July~59 mi · highs 92°F, 2.4 in rain · 10°C (19°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in July~62 mi · highs 75°F, 2.1 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Breckenridge?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain. Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Breckenridge in July?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Breckenridge in July?
Not much: about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 22.6 in (573 mm).
What should I pack for Breckenridge in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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