The month in detail
What to expect in March
Off-season for skiing Vail — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
March ranks 9 out of 12 months in Vail. Compared to February: +7°F daytime, +0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
-12°
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Vail is July (8.2/10), 4.2 pts higher than March.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Vail
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+-2.09°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 75°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 30°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 32%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude8123 ft
🎿Ski area8123 → 11572 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Location
Where is Vail ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
United StatesAlpine mountain climate climate with a 8.2 → 1.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
39.64°N · 106.37°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Vail?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.4/10). For hiking/suiner: June (8.7/10, 20.0°F).
Can you ski in Vail in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.8/10. Cold temperatures (-1°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Vail in suiner?
In June, temperatures average 20.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Vail?
April is the wettest month with April has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Vail in March?
The average UV index reaches 6 in March in Vail (high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.