Geography of Aspen
Geography of Aspen: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Aspen
Hanging Lake is 35 mi to the north-west, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is 65 mi to the south-west, Pikes Peak is 98 mi to the east and Rocky Mountain National Park is 100 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 39°11′28″N 106°49′3″W (39.1911, -106.8175)
Quick facts about Aspen
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Colorado |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°11′28″N 106°49′3″W (39.1911, -106.8175) |
| Population | 7.000 |
| Known for | Ski resort town in the Rockies |
| Local time | 8:42 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Summary
Aspen is a city in Colorado. Aspen is known for Ski resort town in the Rockies. It has a population of about 7.000.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Aspen with clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 56°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Aspen is June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 81°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 1°F.
The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 123 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hanging Lake, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Pikes Peak and Rocky Mountain National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 2.7°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Aspen today at 8.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Aspen month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 1° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 40° | 8° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 46° | 16° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 51° | 22° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 30° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 76° | 43° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 81° | 48° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 79° | 47° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 70° | 39° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 30° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 44° | 15° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 39° | 9° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Aspen?
Aspen is a city in Colorado. Its coordinates are 39.1911, -106.8175. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Aspen right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with clear. Humidity is 58% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Aspen?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Aspen, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Aspen in?
Aspen observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 8:42 AM.
How many people live in Aspen?
Aspen has a population of approximately 7.000.
What is the nearest airport to Aspen?
The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 123 mi away and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 295 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Aspen?
Popular options include Hanging Lake, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Garden of the Gods and Great Sand Dunes National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 8:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
