When to Bryce Canyon
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January represents the coolest month of the year with highs of 98°F and lows of 62°F. Despite being winter, temperatures remain extremely hot by normal standards. Minimal rainfall of 0.1 inches maintains the arid desert conditions.
February
February continues the relatively cooler winter pattern with highs reaching 101°F and lows of 65°F. The dry conditions persist with only 0.1 inches of rainfall. This remains one of the more tolerable months for outdoor activities.
March
March marks the beginning of the temperature climb with highs reaching 114°F and lows of 73°F. The extremely dry conditions continue with minimal 0.1-inch rainfall. Heat begins to become more challenging for extended outdoor activities.
April
April sees a significant temperature increase with highs of 128°F and lows of 84°F. No rainfall occurs during this month, intensifying the arid conditions. Outdoor activities become increasingly difficult due to extreme heat.
May
May brings dangerously high temperatures with highs of 145°F and lows of 97°F. The complete absence of rainfall creates extremely harsh desert conditions. This month requires exceptional heat precautions for any outdoor activities.
June
June escalates to extreme heat with highs of 167°F and lows of 112°F. No precipitation provides relief from the scorching temperatures. Outdoor activities become extremely dangerous without proper preparation and should be limited to early morning hours.
July
July reaches the year's peak temperature with highs of 176°F and lows of 125°F. A minimal 0.1 inches of rainfall provides virtually no relief from the extreme heat. This is the most challenging month for any outdoor activities.
August
August maintains extreme heat with highs of 171°F and lows of 122°F. The minimal 0.1 inches of rainfall does little to alleviate the scorching conditions. Outdoor exposure should be extremely limited during this month.
September
September begins the gradual cooling trend with highs of 158°F and lows of 106°F. Light rainfall of 0.1 inches provides minimal relief. While still extremely hot, temperatures start to become slightly more manageable than peak summer.
October
October shows continued cooling with highs of 136°F and lows of 89°F. The minimal 0.1 inches of rainfall maintains dry conditions. Temperatures remain challenging but begin to approach more manageable levels for brief outdoor activities.
November
November brings significant cooling with highs of 114°F and lows of 73°F. Light rainfall of 0.1 inches continues the dry pattern. Temperatures become more tolerable for outdoor exploration with proper precautions.
December
December returns to the year's coolest temperatures with highs of 98°F and lows of 62°F. Minimal rainfall of 0.1 inches maintains the arid climate. This month offers the most comfortable conditions for outdoor activities, though still extremely hot by normal standards.