Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Vail in July
Vail's warmest month brings highs averaging 78°F (26°C), lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°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
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's July.
Plan around July
July is one of Vail's best months on the climate data.
- 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 clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 50°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Vail in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Lionshead Village
Vail's second base village, west of Vail Village, with the Eagle Bahn Gondola, shops and an outdoor ice rink.
Sweet Basil
Vail Village restaurant on Gore Creek Drive, serving modern American food since 1977.
Vail Ski Resort
One of North America's largest ski areas, with groomed front-side runs, the open Back Bowls and Blue Sky Basin.
Why now July scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Gondola One
High-speed gondola from Vail Village to Mid-Vail, the main way onto the mountain from the village.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in July
- Breckenridge in July~20 mi · highs 73°F, 2.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in July~39 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in July~60 mi · highs 75°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Denver in July~73 mi · highs 92°F, 2.4 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, 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 Vail's ~2,522 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.
Vail in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Vail?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°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 Vail in July?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vail 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 Vail in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 50°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Vail in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.