Best Time to Visit Bryce Canyon National Park
Best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park
Go in 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 Bryce Canyon National 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 | 34° | 19° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 38° | 21° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 46° | 27° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 31° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 40° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 53° | 1,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 80° | 57° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 55° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 48° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 39° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 43° | 27° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 40° | 25° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Bryce Canyon National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Bryce Canyon National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 50 mi | 53°F | +39°F warmer | 14 in |
| Horseshoe Bend | 62 mi | 62°F | +48°F warmer | 4 in |
| Lake Powell | 63 mi | 64°F | +50°F warmer | 6 in |
| Antelope Canyon | 67 mi | 62°F | +48°F warmer | 5 in |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 73 mi | 51°F | +38°F warmer | 7 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Bryce Canyon National Park is a national park in Utah. Bryce Canyon National Park is a US national park known for amphitheatres of orange hoodoos.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Bryce Canyon National Park with clear. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 41°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 194 mi away. Nearby highlights include Zion National Park, Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon.
In plain terms. Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 68°F is in line with the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Bryce Canyon National Park today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Bryce Canyon National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:15 PM, Sep 20 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 68° / 41°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 68° / 49°
Overcast · 9% rain · wind 14 mph
Things to do in Bryce Canyon National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Bryce Canyon National Park.
Quick facts about Bryce Canyon National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°35′34.8″N 112°11′13.6″W (37.593, -112.1871) |
| Established | 1928 |
| Known for | amphitheatres of orange hoodoos |
| Local time | 10:15 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bryce Canyon National Park?
Bryce Canyon National Park is a national park in Utah. Its coordinates are 37.593, -112.1871. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Bryce Canyon National Park right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 19% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Bryce Canyon National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bryce Canyon National Park in?
Bryce Canyon National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 10:15 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Bryce Canyon National Park?
The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 194 mi away, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 221 mi away and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 288 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bryce Canyon National Park?
Popular options include Zion National Park, Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, Capitol Reef National Park and Havasu Falls.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-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 September 20, 2026 at 10:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
