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Outdoor activities Potential

88/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

September, May, October

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Avoid

January, February, March, November, December

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Weather

0°C – 22°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Zion?

The best time to visit Zion for hiking is September, May, October, 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 Zion, with open trails and longer daylight hours.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Zion

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
45Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
55
February
44Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
55
March
47Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
35
April
60Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24
May
87Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°17
June
65Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°11
July
77Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°28
August
77Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°40
September
88Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°32
October
80Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°39
November
50Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
30
December
47Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
39

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

Quick summary: visiting Zion

When is the best time to visit Zion for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Zion for outdoor activities is typically in September, May, October, 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 outdoor activities.

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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Zion

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🏨 Where to stay

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