What’s the climate like in Zion National Park?
The current climate in Zion National Park features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 9°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 22°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -4°C and in the warmer months around 18°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Zion National Park in recent years was 42°C in July 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -3°C in December 2014.
On average, Zion National Park gets 200 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 106 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Best time to visit Zion National Park?
The best time to visit Zion 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 Zion 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 Zion National Park
The climate table of Zion 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 | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 9 | 10 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 33 | 35 | 34 | 30 | 23 | 15 | 9 |
Temp. min (°C) | -3 | -3 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 17 | 13 | 6 | 0 | -3 |
Precipitation | ||||||||||||
Precipitation (mm) | 16 | 23 | 27 | 13 | 13 | 4,1 | 21 | 25 | 18 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Snow (cm) | 23 | 52 | 13 | 0,7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,9 | 4,3 | 12 |
UV Index | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
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: 22°C
- Highest temperature: 35°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 9°C in January and December
- Precipitation*: 200 mm per year, averaging 17 mm per month
- Snowfall: 106 cm per year
- Driest months: 4,1 mm in June, 12 mm in October and 13 mm in April
- Wettest months: 27 mm in March, 25 mm in August and 23 mm in February
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Zion National Park
Average Temperature per Month in Zion National Park
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Zion 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 Zion National Park
This graph shows how much rainfall Zion 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 Zion National Park
This graph shows how much snow Zion 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 Zion National Park
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Zion National Park, Utah. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Zion National Park
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Zion 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 Zion National Park
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Zion 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 Zion National Park
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Zion 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 Zion National Park
The weather in Zion National Park is rated an average of 4,4 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to Zion National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewJanuary in Zion National Park was a winter wonderland. The day before had a beautiful contrast of snow and red rocks. Daytime temperatures were cool but bearable. Expect cold nights and changeable weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
February in Zion National Park was surprisingly pleasant, with mild temperatures and sunny days. Ideal for hiking, but not for the typical "sunbathing on the beach." Some snow fell, making the landscape picturesque.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there is no snow or beach here, the weather is very pleasant for active recreation. Fine sweater snuggle atmosphere!— This text is automatically translated to English
Every day is sunny, warm but not too hot - ideal for hiking and enjoying the breathtaking nature. The sky blue sky highlighted the red rocks. Highly recommended.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures range from warm to hot, perfect for outdoor adventures. Lots of sunshine, clear skies and almost no rain. Don't forget sunscreen!— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures were high, averaging 32°C, which made walking difficult at times. But the beautiful sunsets made up for everything. Swimming was impossible.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature fluctuates between minus and 10 degrees. Regularly falling snow beautifully adorns the red rocks. Prepare for cold nights.— This text is automatically translated to English
We enjoyed pleasant summer temperatures around 20 degrees, lots of sunshine and only a few showers. Perfect weather for hiking!— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm, sunny days are ideal for hiking and exploring the canyons. But in the evening, it suddenly began to rain.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was beautiful! Great weather for hiking here.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Zion National Park by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zion National Park. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.