Moab Weather Forecast
Moab weather: 84°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Moab?
No - rain is unlikely in Moab today.
A 15% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,1 in against a typical 0,1 in).
16-day forecast for Moab
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 98° / 68° | 15% | 21 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 72° | 10% | 24 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 98° / 69° | 4% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light showers | 100° / 75° | 5% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 100° / 76° | 5% · 0,0 in | 24 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 100° / 77° | 3% | 16 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 74° | 15% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 101° / 77° | 16% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 76° | 14% · 0,1 in | 21 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 69° | 15% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 97° / 74° | 8% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 100° / 77° | 13% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | 102° / 77° | 29% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 100° / 79° | 36% | 18 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 92° / 76° | 27% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 93° / 73° | 16% | 13 mph | 7 |
What this means for Moab
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 98°F is 3.1°F above the 95°F typical for this month.
A 15% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 85°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Moab?
Moab is a city in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.5733, -109.5498. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Moab right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 31% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Moab?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Moab, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Moab in?
Moab observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 11:31 AM.
How many people live in Moab?
Moab has a population of approximately 5.300.
What is the nearest airport to Moab?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 200 mi away and Denver International Airport (DEN), 276 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Moab?
Popular options include Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 24, 2026 at 11:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
