Geography of Capitol Reef National Park
Geography of Capitol Reef National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Capitol Reef National Park
Goblin Valley State Park is 33 mi to the north-east, Bryce Canyon National Park is 73 mi to the south-west, Canyonlands National Park is 75 mi to the east and Dead Horse Point State Park is 83 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 38°22′1.2″N 111°15′41.4″W (38.367, -111.2615)
Quick facts about Capitol Reef National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°22′1.2″N 111°15′41.4″W (38.367, -111.2615) |
| Established | 1971 |
| Known for | the Waterpocket Fold and orchards |
| Local time | 1:03 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Summary
Capitol Reef National Park is a national park in Utah. Capitol Reef National Park is a US national park known for the Waterpocket Fold and orchards.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Capitol Reef National Park with clear. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 64°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 34%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Capitol Reef National 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 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 172 mi away. Nearby highlights include Goblin Valley State Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Capitol Reef 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.
Climate in Capitol Reef 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 | 36° | 21° | 0,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 24° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 31° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 35° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 44° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 85° | 57° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 88° | 62° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 85° | 60° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 76° | 51° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 63° | 42° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 46° | 30° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 25° | 0,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Capitol Reef National Park?
Capitol Reef National Park is a national park in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.367, -111.2615. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Capitol Reef National Park right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with clear. Humidity is 33% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Capitol Reef National Park?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Capitol Reef National Park, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Capitol Reef National Park in?
Capitol Reef National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 1:03 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Capitol Reef National Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 172 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 266 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Capitol Reef National Park?
Popular options include Goblin Valley State Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Lake Powell and Arches 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 23, 2026 at 1:03 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
