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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 | 3:25 PM (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 44°F (7°C) in Capitol Reef National Park with clear. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 39°F to 51°F. Chance of precipitation is 36%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.8/10 - marginal.
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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 51°F is 11.9°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Capitol Reef National Park today at 8.7/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
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Coordinates: 38°22′1.2″N 111°15′41.4″W (38.367, -111.2615)
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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 44°F (7°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 7 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 3:25 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 26, 2026 at 3:25 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
