Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Vail in September
Vail cools off: highs slip to 67°F (20°C), from 75°F in August, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain.
At 95/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 67°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (43 mm)
- Humidity
- 57%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs near 67°F (20°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 15°C (27°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's September.
Plan around September
September is one of Vail's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 72/100.
- Comfort improves from 91/100 in August to 95/100.
- Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 40°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Vail in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bridge Street
Vail Village's pedestrian main street, running from the covered bridge over Gore Creek up to the lifts.
Why now September scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Colorado Snowsports Museum
Museum and hall of fame for Colorado skiing, including the 10th Mountain Division soldiers who later helped found Vail.
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 Highs near 67°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in September
- Breckenridge in September~20 mi · highs 62°F, 1.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in September~39 mi · highs 69°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Rocky Mountain NP in September~60 mi · highs 63°F, 1.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Denver in September~73 mi · highs 82°F, 1.4 in rain · 8°C (14°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Vail?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 67°F (20°C) and 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain. Our Breckenridge, Vail & Aspen route recommends Dec – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Vail in September?
Average highs are 67°F (20°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Vail in September?
Not much: about 1.7 in (43 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 22.6 in (573 mm).
What should I pack for Vail in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 40°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Vail in September?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.