Great Basin National Park Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Great Basin National Park: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Great Basin 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 | 22° | 6° | 1,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 24° | 8° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 30° | 12° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 34° | 15° | 1,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 46° | 25° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 61° | 38° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 65° | 45° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 62° | 43° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 53° | 35° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 42° | 24° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 29° | 13° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 28° | 12° | 0,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Great Basin National Park
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Great Basin National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Great Basin National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 135 mi | 53°F | +53°F warmer | 14 in |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 150 mi | 46°F | +46°F warmer | 16 in |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 169 mi | 51°F | +51°F warmer | 7 in |
| Valley of Fire State Park | 173 mi | 73°F | +73°F warmer | 6 in |
| Great Salt Lake | 174 mi | 41°F | +41°F warmer | 11 in |
Best time to visit Great Basin 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 March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Great Basin National Park
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 4.3°F above the 62°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 74°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 55°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Great Basin National Park is a national park in Nevada. Great Basin National Park is a US national park known for bristlecone pines and dark skies.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Great Basin National Park with overcast. It feels like 40°F. Today runs from 49°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Great Basin National Park is June, July and August. The climate is polar. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 6°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 175 mi away. Nearby highlights include Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Capitol Reef National Park and Valley of Fire State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 4.3°F above the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Great Basin National Park today at 8.9/10. 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.
Quick facts about Great Basin National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Nevada |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°58′59.9″N 114°17′60″W (38.9833, -114.3) |
| Established | 1986 |
| Known for | bristlecone pines and dark skies |
| Local time | 11:50 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Great Basin National Park?
Great Basin National Park is a national park in Nevada. Its coordinates are 38.9833, -114.3. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Great Basin National Park right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 47% and wind is 20 mph.
When is the best time to visit Great Basin National Park?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Great Basin National Park, which has a polar climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Great Basin National Park in?
Great Basin National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 11:50 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Great Basin National Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 175 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 206 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Great Basin National Park?
Popular options include Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island State 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 20, 2026 at 11:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
