Best Time to Visit Bryce Canyon National Park
Best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park: June, July and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park
Go in June, July 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° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 48° | 0,7 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 | 8 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- 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 38°F (3°C) in Bryce Canyon National Park with clear. It feels like 33°F. Today runs from 31°F to 42°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park is June, July 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 much colder than average for October. The forecast high of 42°F is 16°F below the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 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. Overnight lows near 31°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
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 1:33 AM, Oct 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌨️ 42° / 32°
Light snow · 30% rain · wind 16 mph
🌨️ 50° / 31°
Snow · 14% rain · wind 11 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 | 1:33 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July 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 38°F (3°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park?
June, July 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 1:33 AM.
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 October 24, 2026 at 1:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
