Arches National Park Travel Guide
Arches National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Flood Watch issued October 22 at 1:49PM MDT until October 23 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
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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 54°F (12°C) in Arches National Park with overcast. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 52°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 10.1°F below the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Arches National Park today at 8.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Arches National Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 38°43′59.2″N 109°35′33″W (38.7331, -109.5925)
Weather in Arches National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:27 PM, Oct 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 61° / 42°
Drizzle · 55% rain · wind 18 mph
🌦️ 61° / 46°
Drizzle · 56% rain · wind 11 mph
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 | 8:27 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Things to do in Arches National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Arches National Park.
Best time to visit Arches National Park
Go in April, May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 58°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Arches National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City International Airport | SLC | 190 mi | Salt Lake City |
| Denver International Airport | DEN | 274 mi | Denver |
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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 54°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 94% and wind is 13 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 8:27 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 October 22, 2026 at 8:27 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
