Vail, CO
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Use Caution for hiking. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (68%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Biking
Use Caution for biking. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (68%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Use Caution for camping. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (68%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Sledding / Snowshoeing
Use Caution for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 45°F. Risk of rain later today (68%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Vail
Vail is a Vail Valley planning page for mountain trails, paved bike paths, campground access, Gore Creek outings, pass routes, and resort-area outdoor conditions.
Make the Most of a Vail Day
Use the forecast to choose between valley paths, higher trailheads, campground plans, or town-based outdoor time. Vail, Avon, and Beaver Creek are close enough to share one practical planning page.
Weather Tips for Vail CO
- Afternoon lightning, cold mornings, high-elevation sun, hail, snow or ice, creek conditions, smoke, and pass travel can all affect Vail Valley plans.
- Elevation can change temperature, wind, storm timing, road conditions, and sun exposure within a short drive.
- For campground days, check overnight lows, fire restrictions, storm timing, and how quickly shelter is available.
- Start early for high routes because afternoon storms, cold wind, and road issues can narrow your options quickly.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page is meant to cover a roughly 25-mile outdoor-planning area around Vail, including Vail, Avon, Beaver Creek, Minturn, Gore Creek routes, Vail Pass, and central Vail Valley outdoor areas. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Avon
- Beaver Creek
- Eagles Nest Wilderness Area
- Minturn
- EagleVail
- Gore Creek
- Booth Creek
- Vail Pass
- Edwards
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Vail rather than forcing one itinerary. Match elevation, heat, wind, storm timing, water conditions, trail surfaces, road conditions, fire restrictions, and seasonal closures to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.