Best Time to Visit Goblin Valley State Park
Best time to visit Goblin Valley State Park: May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Goblin Valley 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 Goblin Valley 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 | 41° | 25° | 0,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 31° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 61° | 38° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 43° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 51° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 91° | 65° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 95° | 70° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 92° | 67° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 59° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 68° | 47° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 33° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 27° | 0,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Goblin Valley State Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Goblin Valley State Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Reef National Park | 33 mi | 51°F | 38°F cooler | 7 in |
| Canyonlands National Park | 48 mi | 58°F | +33°F warmer | 5 in |
| Dead Horse Point State Park | 53 mi | 55°F | 34°F cooler | 7 in |
| Arches National Park | 61 mi | 58°F | about the same | 7 in |
| Grand County | 63 mi | 60°F | +35°F warmer | 8 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.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Goblin Valley State Park is a state park in Utah. Goblin Valley State Park is known for mushroom-shaped hoodoos.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Goblin Valley State Park with mainly clear. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 67°F to 98°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Goblin Valley State Park is May, June, July, August and September. 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 95°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 168 mi away. Nearby highlights include Capitol Reef National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park and Arches National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 98°F is 6.3°F above the 92°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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Goblin Valley State 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 Goblin Valley State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:46 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 94° / 69°
Overcast · 8% rain · wind 24 mph
☁️ 94° / 65°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 23 mph
Things to do in Goblin Valley State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Goblin Valley State Park.
Quick facts about Goblin Valley State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°33′51.8″N 110°42′25.9″W (38.5644, -110.7072) |
| Established | 1964 |
| Known for | mushroom-shaped hoodoos |
| Local time | 4:46 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Goblin Valley State Park?
Goblin Valley State Park is a state park in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.5644, -110.7072. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Goblin Valley State Park right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 22% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Goblin Valley State Park?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Goblin Valley State Park, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Goblin Valley State Park in?
Goblin Valley State Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 4:46 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Goblin Valley State Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 168 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 298 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Goblin Valley State Park?
Popular options include Capitol Reef National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park and Lake Powell.
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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 August 22, 2026 at 4:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
