Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, October, September
January, February, July, August, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Arches?
The best time to visit Arches for hiking is May, October, September, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Arches, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Arches
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 46Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -4° | 22 |
February | 46Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 1° | 15 |
March | 47Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 19 |
April | 72Good Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 19 |
May | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 20 |
June | 45Poor Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 8 |
July | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 18 |
August | 63Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 21 |
September | 83Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 29 |
October | 84Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 11° | 26 |
November | 49Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 16 |
December | 46Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -2° | 16 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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