Eagle County Climate
Eagle County, Colorado
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
37.9°F
Annual Precip
22.4"
Annual Snowfall
189.2"
Extreme Heat Days
0
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
744
Limited to cold-tolerant varieties
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Climate Advisory: Eagle County
Climate Verdict
Eagle County has a cold, with an average annual temperature of 37.9°F, semi-arid conditions with only 22.4 inches of annual precipitation, heavy winter snowfall averaging 189.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 17.5°F. summers are cool, with July averaging only 59.2°F. The 42°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Eagle County is 8.0°F cooler than the Colorado statewide average of 45.9°F, it is also noticeably wetter, receiving 6.3 inches more precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 26.616034265558067 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Eagle County Weather
Eagle County: high elevation, cold climate
At 37.9°F annual temperature, Eagle County runs 8.1°F below the U.S. median, placing it firmly in an alpine climate zone typical of high mountain terrain. With 22.4 inches of precipitation annually, the county exceeds both the national average (38.7 inches) and Colorado's state average (16.0 inches), fueled by orographic lift over the Rockies.
Colorado's coldest county profile
Eagle County's 37.9°F annual temperature ranks it among Colorado's coldest counties, 8.1°F below the state average. Its 22.4 inches of annual precipitation places it in the upper tier statewide, reflecting the county's elevation and mountain snow dynamics.
Similar to Grand, distinct from lowlands
Eagle County's 37.9°F closely mirrors Grand County (37.4°F) to the north, both reaching into the coldest temperature zones in Colorado. This stands in sharp contrast to warmer neighbors like Garfield County (48.4°F) and Dolores County (47.1°F) found at lower elevations.
Extreme winters, cool summers, no heat days
January plunges to 17.5°F while July only reaches 59.2°F—a 41.7°F range—and the county records zero days annually at or above 90°F. With 189.2 inches of annual snowfall, Eagle County is among Colorado's snowiest regions, accumulating over 15 feet per year.
Winter survival is year-round priority
Residents must invest in heavy-duty snow removal equipment, avalanche awareness, and year-round vehicle winterization for the 189.2 inches of annual snowfall. Insulation, heating systems, and layered clothing are non-negotiable for surviving January temperatures that average 17.5°F.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.