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Backpacking Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

June, July, May

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Avoid

January, February, March, November, December

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Weather

0°C – 22°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Zion for backpacking is June, July, May, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Zion

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
0°55
February
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
2°55
March
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
5°35
April
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
8°24
May
90Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°17
June
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°11
July
95Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°28
August
55Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°40
September
55Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°32
October
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°39
November
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
4°30
December
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
0°39

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Zion

When is the best time to visit Zion for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Zion for backpacking is typically in June, July, May, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Zion?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Zion, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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