What’s the climate like in 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.
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.
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.
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.
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| 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 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 15°C
- Highest temperature: 28°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 3°C in January and December
- Precipitation*: 289 mm per year, averaging 24 mm per month
- Snowfall: 214 cm per year
- Driest months: 12 mm in June, 13 mm in April and 14 mm in December
- Wettest months: 49 mm in July, 45 mm in September and 44 mm in August
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park
This graph shows how much rainfall Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park
This graph shows how much snow Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Bryce Canyon National Park
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Bryce Canyon National Park
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Bryce Canyon National Park
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Bryce Canyon National Park
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Bryce Canyon National Park
The weather in Bryce Canyon National Park is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Bryce Canyon National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Beware of sudden rain showers. Beautiful clear night sky.— This text is automatically translated to English
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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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!— This text is automatically translated to English
The rating fluctuated, which is actually a wildcard. Enjoy and prepare!— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.
