The Best Time to Elope in Colorado
Month, Day, Time, Season, And Locations!
I’ve planned 500+ small weddings in Colorado over the past 5 years, and I can tell you, Colorado is beautiful all year around! However, the photos and views change significantly. So it’s important to pick the perfect date and time for your event, to make sure you get the beautiful photos you’ve been dreaming of!
best time to elope
If you are doing an outdoor wedding in Colorado, and want the best lighting for photos, you’ll want to do sunrise, or approximately 1.5 hours prior to sunset. You can simply Google: “Sunset Denver August 5” to get the exact time, it changes day to day!
best day to elope
If you have flexibility, it’s always best to elope on a Monday - Wednesday in Colorado. These days will have the least amount of people around, and you’ll have the most options when it comes to vendors like photographer, videographer, officiant, etc.
But of course, most people prefer weekends, which is fine!
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Starting at $1,300
—Officiant (starting at $300)
—Photography (starting at $500)
—Videography (starting at $900)
—Flowers (starting at $100)
—Wedding Planner (starting at $500)
Everything you need for a beautiful and stress-free small wedding!
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Monthly Weather Overview
January
Denver - High: 49 Low: 20
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 31 Low: 19
Snow in the mountains, snow likely in Denver areas.
February
Denver - High: 49 Low: 21
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 31 Low: 19
Snow in the mountains, snow likely in Denver areas.
March
Denver - High: 58 Low: 29
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 38 Low: 25
The snowiest month of the year!
Snow in the mountains, it will come and go in Denver/Boulder/Colorado Springs
April
Denver - High: 65 Low: 35
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 43 Low: 30
Random snow storms throughout the month, but snow on the ground may start to melt creating some muddy conditions.
May
Denver - High: 73 Low: 45
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 52 Low: 38
Some snow, but starting to melt, muddy conditions possible.
June
Denver - High: 86 Low: 55
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 66 Low: 50
Summer conditions start mid June, 30% chance of light rain.
July
Denver - High: 92 Low: 61
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 72 Low: 56
Warm summer conditions, 30%-ish chance of light rain.
August
Denver - High: 90 Low: 59
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 68 Low: 53
Warm summer conditions, generally dry.
September
Denver - High: 82 Low: 50
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 63 Low: 48
Statistically most comfortable month, busiest wedding month.
October
Denver - High: 68 Low: 37
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 50 Low: 37
Cooling down, generally nice, some winter storms later on.
November
Denver - High: 57 Low: 27
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 39 Low: 28
Winter conditions starting, some random snow storms.
December
Denver - High: 49 Low: 20
Breckenridge/Estes - High: 30 Low: 19
Snow likely in the mountains, comes and goes in Denver.
Colorado Winter Elopements
December - April
If you’re looking for snow-capped mountains for your Colorado elopement, December-April is the best time, with March being the snowiest. This is also the peak ski season in Colorado if you plan to hit the slopes. However, keep in mind, with snow comes potential winter complications. I’ve planned outdoor weddings in Colorado throughout the winter for years, and it’s a very popular choice for couples, but it’s important to understand that it can be cold, windy, and there is always the chance of a winter storm disrupting your day. Don’t worry though—if you have the right team of wedding pros they will help you weather the storm!
Advantages of Winter Elopements:
Snow landscapes create beautiful backdrops for photos!
Enjoy ski season on some of the best slopes in the world.
Off-season for weddings, so you may be able to find discounts on vendors and venues.
Downsides of Winter Elopements:
Can be cold!
Weather complications with travel.
Mountain towns can have expensive rates on hotels for ski season.
Where to Elope In Colorado During the Winter:
Breckenridge - Ski central of Colorado, located just a couple hours west of Denver, is a great hub for a winter getaway, with plenty of scenic locations for small weddings.
Estes Park - Best known for Rocky Mountain National Park, this town is quiet in the winter since they don’t have any skiing. However! It can be a nice and affordable option for people who want a more secluded area.
Aspen & Vail - Also destination ski areas, they towns are expensive, but offer high-end amenities for people with a flexible budget.
Denver - If you want a LOT of snow, you’re better off heading into the mountains, but if you want something a bit more accessible, the foothills just west of Denver offer nice winter mountain vibes!
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Colorado spring Elopements
Mid-april to mid-june
Spring is a wild and unpredictable time of year to elope in the Rocky Mountains! We’ll have beautiful sunny days, we’ll have winter storms, but with mud boots, umbrellas, and a good attitude it can still make for a beautiful time of year! This is often considered the “Off-season” for weddings, so you may find more availability and better rates with vendors and venues. These can be nice months if you’re trying to avoid heavy winter snow, and sweltering summer heat.
Advantages of Spring Elopements:
Wild flower season! If you want wild flowers for your Colorado Elopement, April and May are the best months.
“Slow season” - everything tends to slow down a bit, so you may find good rates on lodging, and wedding vendors.
“Shoulder season” - in theory you should avoid the snowiest part of the winter, and the hottest part of the summer. Though Colorado weather this time of year can be very difficult to predict.
Downsides of Spring Elopements:
Mud - If there isn’t still snow, you’ll likely find at least some mud.
Activities - there is always stuff to do in Colorado! But this time of year the ski slopes shut down, and a lot of hiking is either still snow packed or muddy, so some options get limited.
Where to Elope In Colorado During the Spring:
Denver is a great option to keep things simple if you want to get the best weather. West of Denver there are nice mountains, and in the city there are many nice gardens and parks.
Colorado Springs offers some beautiful red rock ceremony sites that are free to use and are very accessible in the spring.
Estes Park / Breckenridge, may still have snow, or getting muddy, but these are always some of the most beautiful mountain destinations in Colorado!
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Colorado Summer Elopements
Mid-June to mid-September
The most popular season for weddings in Colorado is mid-June to mid-September. These months offers consistent temperatures, and beautiful conditions for small weddings! Of course, weather in the mountains is always difficult to predict, but generally speaking, these months are your best chance at classic “good” weather.
Advantages of Summer Elopements:
Nice weather! (usually)
Long days - the late sunset gives plenty of time for adventures.
Lots going on! Colorado is a popular destination, and you’ll find plenty of activities and adventures all summer long.
Downsides of Summer Elopements:
“Peak Season” both for weddings and tourism, can mean high prices and limited options.
Late sunset - if you want to get the best lighting for photos, you’ll either be up at 6am or starting the ceremony at 6pm, which can make for a late dinner.
Where to Elope in Colorado During the Summer:
Breckenridge - Beautiful mountain town with plenty of lakes and trails. Lots of dining and activities, and plenty of awesome spots for small weddings.
Estes Park - Home of the beloved Rocky Mountain National Park, this town is the perfect hub for your Colorado adventure wedding (though it can get expensive!).
I got a guide with 50+ of my favorite locations!
Text me the word “info” and I’ll send my preview :)
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Colorado Fall Elopements
Late September to Early October
Late September through early October is the perfect time for a Fall elopement in Colorado, with the Aspens generally changing color the last week of September and first week of October. However, this is also the busiest time of the year for weddings in Colorado, so options can get expensive. While the weather is generally mild this time of year, we can also start getting winter storms in mid October in the mountains.
Advantages of Fall Elopements:
Mild comfortable temperatures that avoid the heat of summer and winter storms.
Aspen trees changing color!
Downsides of Fall Elopements:
Early sunsets can limit the time for photos, but plan ahead and it won’t be an issue!
Temperatures can start getting cold in the mountains, especially into October.
Timing the aspen trees and fall colors is tricky! It changes year to year and isn’t guranteed.
Where to Elope in Colorado During the Fall:
Telluride - If you are coming in from the East, or don’t mind driving, this area is absolutely stunning in the fall with the many changing colors.
Estes Park & Breckenridge - Both of these options are only a couple hours from Denver, and offer beautiful mountain views with lots of aspens changing color.
Denver - If you want to keep it simple, Denver is also nice in the fall, and you can drive west into the hills to find lots of fall colors.
Colorado Micro-Wedding & Elopement Packages
Starting at $1,300
—Officiant (starting at $300)
—Photography (starting at $500)
—Videography (starting at $900)
—Flowers (starting at $100)
—Wedding Planner (starting at $500)
Everything you need for a beautiful and stress-free small wedding!
All-Inclusive | 100% Customizable | 0 - 80 Guests
Vendors | Venues | Marriage License | Permits | Dining | Lodging
