Best Time to Visit Grand Teton National Park
Best time to visit Grand Teton National Park: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Grand Teton National Park
Go in June, July and August. 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 Grand Teton 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 | 28° | 7° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 33° | 13° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 39° | 18° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 22° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 54° | 30° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 67° | 40° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 77° | 49° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 75° | 47° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 66° | 41° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 54° | 32° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 38° | 21° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 33° | 16° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Grand Teton National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Grand Teton National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton | 7 mi | 18°F | 53°F cooler | 51 in |
| Teton County | 22 mi | 41°F | +34°F warmer | 26 in |
| Jackson | 22 mi | 41°F | +34°F warmer | 26 in |
| Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | 44 mi | 36°F | 35°F cooler | 25 in |
| Yellowstone National Park | 44 mi | 36°F | 35°F cooler | 25 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- 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
Grand Teton National Park is a national park in Wyoming. Grand Teton National Park is a US national park known for jagged peaks above Jackson Hole.
Right now it is 30°F (-1°C) in Grand Teton National Park with clear. It feels like 24°F. Today runs from 30°F to 42°F. Chance of precipitation is 21%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Grand Teton National Park is June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 7°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 218 mi away. Nearby highlights include Grand Teton, Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yellowstone National Park and Missouri River.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 42°F is 11.9°F below the 54°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Grand Teton National Park today at 9.3/10. Overnight lows near 30°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 Grand Teton National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:06 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 50° / 33°
Light drizzle · 55% rain · wind 11 mph
🌨️ 40° / 27°
Light snow showers · 76% rain · wind 12 mph
Things to do in Grand Teton National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Grand Teton National Park.
Quick facts about Grand Teton National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Wyoming |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 43°47′25.4″N 110°40′54.5″W (43.7904, -110.6818) |
| Established | 1929 |
| Known for | jagged peaks above Jackson Hole |
| Local time | 1:06 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Grand Teton National Park?
Grand Teton National Park is a national park in Wyoming. Its coordinates are 43.7904, -110.6818. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Grand Teton National Park right now?
It is currently 30°F (-1°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Grand Teton National Park?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Grand Teton National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Grand Teton National Park in?
Grand Teton National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 1:06 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Grand Teton National Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 218 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Grand Teton National Park?
Popular options include Grand Teton, Yellowstone (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Yellowstone National Park, Missouri River, Antelope Island State Park and Great Salt Lake.
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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 28, 2026 at 1:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
