Best Time to Visit Canyonlands National Park
Best time to visit Canyonlands National Park: April, May, June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Canyonlands National Park
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. 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 Canyonlands 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 | 41° | 24° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 52° | 30° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 38° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 43° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 77° | 51° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 92° | 65° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 96° | 70° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 93° | 68° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 84° | 59° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 70° | 47° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 33° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 27° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Canyonlands National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Canyonlands National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dead Horse Point State Park | 13 mi | 55°F | 35°F cooler | 7 in |
| Grand County | 25 mi | 60°F | +34°F warmer | 8 in |
| Moab | 25 mi | 60°F | +34°F warmer | 8 in |
| Arches National Park | 32 mi | 58°F | about the same | 7 in |
| Goblin Valley State Park | 48 mi | 57°F | 33°F cooler | 5 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Canyonlands National Park is a national park in Utah. Canyonlands National Park is a US national park known for Island in the Sky and Mesa Arch.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Canyonlands National Park with overcast. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 76°F to 99°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Canyonlands National Park is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 96°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 204 mi away. Nearby highlights include Dead Horse Point State Park, Arches National Park, Goblin Valley State Park and Capitol Reef National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 99°F is 6.3°F above the 93°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Canyonlands National Park today at 9.2/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Canyonlands National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:27 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 95° / 73°
Light drizzle · 9% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 95° / 71°
Light drizzle · 10% rain · wind 8 mph
Things to do in Canyonlands National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Canyonlands National Park.
Quick facts about Canyonlands National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°19′36.8″N 109°52′41.9″W (38.3269, -109.8783) |
| Established | 1964 |
| Known for | Island in the Sky and Mesa Arch |
| Local time | 5:27 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Canyonlands National Park?
Canyonlands National Park is a national park in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.3269, -109.8783. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Canyonlands National Park right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 22% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Canyonlands National Park?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Canyonlands National Park, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Canyonlands National Park in?
Canyonlands National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 5:27 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Canyonlands National Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 204 mi away and Denver International Airport (DEN), 298 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Canyonlands National Park?
Popular options include Dead Horse Point State Park, Arches National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Monument Valley and Mesa Verde National Park.
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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 August 21, 2026 at 5:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
