Best Time to Visit Antelope Island State Park
Best time to visit Antelope Island State Park: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Antelope Island State Park
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Antelope Island State Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35° | 18° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 24° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 32° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 37° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 71° | 46° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 85° | 59° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 93° | 67° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 89° | 64° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 79° | 55° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 63° | 40° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 48° | 29° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 40° | 24° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Antelope Island State Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Antelope Island State Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Salt Lake | 18 mi | 41°F | 44°F cooler | 11 in |
| Salt Lake City International Airport | 21 mi | 55°F | +35°F warmer | 23 in |
| ZIP Code 84101 | 26 mi | 56°F | +36°F warmer | 23 in |
| Salt Lake City | 26 mi | 55°F | +35°F warmer | 23 in |
| Salt Lake County | 26 mi | 55°F | +35°F warmer | 23 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Antelope Island State Park is a state park in Utah. Antelope Island State Park is known for bison on the Great Salt Lake.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Antelope Island State Park with overcast. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 45°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 85%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Antelope Island State Park is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 18°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 21 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Salt Lake, Great Basin National Park, Goblin Valley State Park and Capitol Reef National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 57°F is 6.3°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Antelope Island State Park today at 9.5/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Antelope Island State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:26 AM, Oct 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 59° / 41°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 16 mph
☁️ 55° / 41°
Overcast · 6% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Antelope Island State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Antelope Island State Park.
Quick facts about Antelope Island State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°2′15″N 112°13′9.1″W (41.0375, -112.2192) |
| Established | 1981 |
| Known for | bison on the Great Salt Lake |
| Local time | 4:26 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Antelope Island State Park?
Antelope Island State Park is a state park in Utah. Its coordinates are 41.0375, -112.2192. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Antelope Island State Park right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Antelope Island State Park?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Antelope Island State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Antelope Island State Park in?
Antelope Island State Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:26 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Antelope Island State Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 21 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Antelope Island State Park?
Popular options include Great Salt Lake, Great Basin National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Teton and Grand Teton National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 24, 2026 at 4:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
