Climate Overview
The climate in Eagle County Regional Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 554mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 59mm of rainfall. Eagle County Regional Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Eagle County Regional Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Eagle County Regional Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 17°C. The coldest month is December, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Eagle County Regional Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 554mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 59mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 22mm. That's 38mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Eagle County Regional Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 261cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 43cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Eagle County Regional Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Eagle County Regional Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Eagle County Regional Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -6 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 159mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -9 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 109mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Expect around 50cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to 0°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 169mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Expect around 125cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Eagle County Regional Airport is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 41mm per month. By contrast, December can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -12°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Eagle County Regional Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
