Weather & Climate in Breckenridge, CO
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Breckenridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 184.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,592 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
57°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 35.5°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,592 ft (2,924 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 828/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4995°N, 106.0432°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Summit County County |
| Nearest Airport | Eagle County Regional (EGE) 48 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 60.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 44.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | No Rating |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
58 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.0.
| Aug 9, 2001 | 11 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M4.0 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Dec 25, 1994 | 9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado | M4.0 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 2006 | 1 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M3.8 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Jun 6, 2011 | 17 km NNW of Oak Creek, Colorado | M3.5 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Dec 23, 1995 | 7 km WNW of Rock Creek Park, Colorado | M3.5 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 12 km N of Oak Creek, Colorado | M3.4 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 2012 | 12 km SSW of Gypsum, Colorado | M3.4 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2017 | 5 km SW of New Castle, Colorado | M3.3 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M3.3 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Jul 8, 1993 | 9 km ENE of Aspen, Colorado | M3.1 | 65 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2024 | 21 km NW of Steamboat Springs, Colorado | M3.1 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Feb 1, 2019 | 3 km NW of Glenwood Springs, Colorado | M3.1 | 113 km | 2 km |
| Jul 22, 2001 | 6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado | M3.1 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2008 | 12 km NE of Cotopaxi, Colorado | M3.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Feb 7, 2000 | 19 km NE of Steamboat Springs, Colorado | M3.0 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Sep 12, 1990 | 13 km NW of Silverthorne, Colorado | M3.0 | 26 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 1997 | 8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 93 km | 5 km |
| May 1, 2009 | 21 km NW of Dotsero, Colorado | M2.9 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 29 km WNW of Westcreek, Colorado | M2.9 | 55 km | 2 km |
| Oct 18, 2024 | 6 km NNE of Chacra, Colorado | M2.9 | 118 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
67 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 49 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 15, 1988 | EF3 | 99 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2014 | EF2 | 77 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 15, 1988 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1988 | EF2 | 97 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1981 | EF2 | 100 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 3, 1981 | EF2 | 89 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 15, 1980 | EF2 | 91 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1977 | EF2 | 30 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2023 | EF1 | 88 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 2015 | EF1 | 85 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2014 | EF1 | 81 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 8, 2014 | EF1 | 95 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2009 | EF1 | 75 km | 9.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 2008 | EF1 | 93 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 2008 | EF1 | 90 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 2008 | EF1 | 83 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 27, 2007 | EF1 | 90 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 1997 | EF1 | 88 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1996 | EF1 | 94 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 1996 | EF1 | 72 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EAST TROUBLESOME (188,924 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | EAST TROUBLESOME | 188,924 | 81 km |
| 2002 | HAYMAN | 129,417 | 72 km |
| 2020 | GRIZZLY CREEK | 30,705 | 99 km |
| 2018 | SILVER CREEK | 20,725 | 94 km |
| 2020 | WILLIAMS FORK | 14,679 | 37 km |
| 2018 | WESTON PASS | 13,169 | 52 km |
| 2018 | LAKE CHRISTINE | 12,506 | 86 km |
| 1996 | BUFFALO CREEK | 11,690 | 69 km |
| 2020 | CALWOOD | 9,836 | 95 km |
| 2000 | HIGH MEADOWS | 9,607 | 60 km |
| 2001 | MVD PSFRXASST 4 | 7,375 | 83 km |
| 2021 | MARSHALL | 6,286 | 90 km |
| 2010 | FOURMILE CANYON | 5,865 | 83 km |
| 2021 | MUDDY SLIDE | 4,372 | 93 km |
| 2021 | SYLVAN | 3,480 | 59 km |
| 2012 | LOWER NORTH FORK FIRE | 3,436 | 73 km |
| 2003 | OVERLAND | 3,232 | 92 km |
| 2009 | OLD STAGE | 3,160 | 93 km |
| 2002 | SCHOONOVER | 2,821 | 77 km |
| 2002 | SNAKING | 2,080 | 47 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in |
Breckenridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 16°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (1.2").