Geography of Arches National Park
Geography of Arches National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Arches National Park
Moab is 11 mi to the south, Grand County is 11 mi to the south, Dead Horse Point State Park is 19 mi to the south-west and Canyonlands National Park is 32 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 38°43′59.2″N 109°35′33″W (38.7331, -109.5925)
Quick facts about Arches National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°43′59.2″N 109°35′33″W (38.7331, -109.5925) |
| Established | 1971 |
| Known for | over 2,000 natural sandstone arches |
| Local time | 3:34 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Summary
Arches National Park is a national park in Utah. Arches National Park is a US national park known for over 2,000 natural sandstone arches.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Arches National Park with clear. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 74°F to 100°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Arches National Park is April, 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 97°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 190 mi away. Nearby highlights include Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands 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 100°F is 6.8°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. swimming is the strongest bet in Arches National Park today at 9.6/10. 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 Arches 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° | 23° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 29° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 38° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 43° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 78° | 52° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 93° | 65° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 97° | 71° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 93° | 68° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 84° | 58° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 70° | 45° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 31° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 25° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Arches National Park?
Arches National Park is a national park in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.7331, -109.5925. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Arches National Park right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear. Humidity is 17% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Arches National Park?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Arches National Park, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Arches National Park in?
Arches National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 3:34 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Arches National Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 190 mi away and Denver International Airport (DEN), 274 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Arches National Park?
Popular options include Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Mesa Verde National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 3:34 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
