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The climate of Bryce Canyon National Park

The current climate in Bryce Canyon National Park features temperatures ranging from a high of 28°C to a low of 3°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 15°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -13°C and in the warmer months around 9°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Bryce Canyon National Park in recent years was 36°C in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -12°C in December 2015.

Precipitation and snowfall

On average, Bryce Canyon National Park gets 289 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 214 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.

Best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park?

The best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park for sunny weather is May through September. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Bryce Canyon National Park

The climate table of Bryce Canyon National Park shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 3 4 8 14 18 25 28 26 23 16 9 3
Temp. min (°C) -13 -11 -6 -3 1 5 9 9 5 -2 -8 -12
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Precipitation (mm) 15 15 21 13 21 12 49 44 45 25 15 14
Snow (cm) 56 48 36 5,3 3,3 0 0 0 0,1 4,0 19 42
UV Index 5 7 8 9 9 10 9 9 8 7 5 5

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park

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Yearly Temperature in Bryce Canyon National Park

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Bryce Canyon National Park

Average Snowfall per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park

Total Yearly Snowfall in Bryce Canyon National Park

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

Average UV Index per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park

Weather experiences in Bryce Canyon National Park

The weather in Bryce Canyon National Park is rated an average of 3,5 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to Bryce Canyon National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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was here in August Weather experience:Good

We had some spectacular thunderstorms that made the canyon even more impressive. It was cool at night. In short, a good experience, albeit a bit unpredictable.

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was here in November Weather experience:Good

It was a little cool during the day, but the sun shone often and it was pleasant. Nights were quite cold, so be prepared for that. In addition, the weather was perfect for exploring the parks.

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was here in June Weather experience:Good

Beware of sudden rain showers. Beautiful clear night sky.

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was here in September Weather experience:Good

During the day, the temperature is mild and pleasant for hiking. However, it can get quite cold at night. Unfortunately, we faced an unexpected rain shower.

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was here in February Weather experience:Good

Daytime temperatures rose above freezing and nighttime temperatures dropped well below freezing. This contrast created a breathtaking snowy landscape. Despite the cold, it was worth it!

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was here in March Weather experience:Okay

The rating fluctuated, which is actually a wildcard. Enjoy and prepare!

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was here in May Weather experience:Excellent

beautiful sun

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Average weather in Bryce Canyon National Park by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bryce Canyon National Park. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.