Geography of Utah
Geography of Utah: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Utah
Great Basin National Park is 177 mi to the south-west, Jackson is 197 mi to the north, Teton County is 197 mi to the north and Grand Teton is 213 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 40°45′38.9″N 111°53′27.6″W (40.7608, -111.891)
Quick facts about Utah
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 40°45′38.9″N 111°53′27.6″W (40.7608, -111.891) |
| Capital | Salt Lake City |
| Population | 3.450.000 |
| Area | 84.897 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | UT |
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 3:32 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by national park in Utah
5 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Utah
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by state park in Utah
3 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Utah
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in Utah
3 counties mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in Utah
2 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Utah is a state in United States. Utah is a US state with its capital at Salt Lake City. It has a population of about 3.5 million. The capital is Salt Lake City.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Utah with partly cloudy. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 77°F to 103°F. Chance of precipitation is 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Utah is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. 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 23°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park and Capitol Reef National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 103°F is 12.4°F above the 91°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 Utah today at 9.1/10. 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.
Climate in Utah 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 | 39° | 23° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 28° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 34° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 38° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 47° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 88° | 62° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 96° | 69° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 65° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 57° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 66° | 44° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 32° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 28° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Utah?
Utah is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 40.7608, -111.891. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Utah right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 22% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Utah?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Utah, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Utah in?
Utah observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 3:32 PM.
How many people live in Utah?
Utah has a population of approximately 3.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Utah?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 5 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Utah?
Popular options include Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Zion National Park and Monument Valley.
What places are in Utah?
Utah covers 17 places in this atlas, including Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Zion National Park and Monument Valley.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 3:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
