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Vail Weather in August

August in Vail brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 7°C (45°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Vail in August

Rain is expected on roughly 14 days, totalling around 44 mm (1.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Vail in August

The excellent temperature in Vail in August makes it a solid month to visit, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. August is in the summer season. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights fall to 7°C (45°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Vail.

Vail Temperature in August

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
44 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
53% *
* Data from: Aspen, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Vail in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Vail in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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