United StatesWhat’s the climate like in Capitol Reef National Park?
The current climate in Capitol Reef National Park features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 5°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 21°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -7°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Capitol Reef National Park in recent years was 43°C in July 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -10°C in December 2014.
On average, Capitol Reef National Park gets 412 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 79 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Best time to visit Capitol Reef National Park?
The best time to visit Capitol Reef National Park for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
The climate table of Capitol Reef 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) | 6 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 32 | 35 | 34 | 31 | 21 | 12 | 5 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -7 | -5 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 17 | 12 | 4 | -2 | -7 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 44 | 23 | 28 | 19 | 61 | 36 | 44 | 31 | 36 | 31 | 27 | 32 |
| Snow (cm) | 26 | 18 | 8,4 | 0,6 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,6 | 3,3 | 21 |
| UV Index | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 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: 21°C
- Highest temperature: 35°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 5°C in December
- Precipitation*: 412 mm per year, averaging 34 mm per month
- Snowfall: 79 cm per year
- Driest months: 19 mm in April, 23 mm in February and 27 mm in November
- Wettest months: 61 mm in May, 44 mm in January and 44 mm in July
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Capitol Reef National Park
Average Temperature per Month in Capitol Reef National Park
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
This graph shows how much rainfall Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
This graph shows how much snow Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Capitol Reef National Park, Utah. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Capitol Reef National Park
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef National Park
The weather in Capitol Reef National Park is rated an average of 4,1 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to Capitol Reef National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The days are pleasant and warm, but the nights can be cool. No beach but lovely walks in the sun.— This text is automatically translated to English
It got chilly at night, but not too cold. We did not see any rain. An absolute 5-star experience!— This text is automatically translated to English
The sky was clear and the temperature moderate. Hiking was pleasant and not too hot. Spectacular sunsets.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather was perfect: sunny, dry days and pleasant temperatures that reached 30 degrees maximum. Bring water, sunscreen and a hat, as the sun can be very hot. Unfortunately, there are no swimming opportunities, but the scenery is breathtaking.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although the scenery was enchanting, the unpredictable weather made it challenging at times.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not ideal for a traditional sunny vacation, but the snowy landscapes are breathtaking.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although it was quite cool at night, we enjoyed the sunshine and moderate temperatures during the day. There is not much snow, but it is ideal for beautiful fall hikes.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny days were ideal for hiking and days with snow brought picturesque serenity. Despite the cold, the beauty was breathtaking.— This text is automatically translated to English
Lots of sunshine, daytime temperatures around 35 degrees. Ideal for exploring rock formations and landscapes. Although there were no swimming opportunities, the warm desert climate provided ideal conditions for hiking.— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm days with temperatures around 24°C are ideal for hiking and exploring. A hat and sunscreen were essential. Swimming was not possible because it is a desert area. Four stars because some days were a bit cooler.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Capitol Reef National Park by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Capitol Reef National Park. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
