January |
Fewest crowds, serene winter landscapes, potential for snowshoeing. |
Cold temperatures, potential trail closures due to ice and snow, limited shuttle service. |
Hiking (if conditions allow), photography, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. |
February |
Similar to January, with slightly longer days. |
Cold temperatures, potential trail closures due to ice and snow, limited shuttle service. |
Hiking (if conditions allow), photography, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. |
March |
Wildflowers begin to bloom, temperatures start to rise, fewer crowds than later spring. |
Spring break crowds can increase, potential for rain and cooler temperatures. |
Hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering (with proper gear and experience). |
April |
Pleasant temperatures, wildflowers in full bloom, longer days. |
Crowds increase significantly, especially during spring break. |
Hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), scenic drives. |
May |
Warm temperatures, abundant sunshine, full shuttle service. |
Large crowds, especially on weekends and holidays. |
Hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), biking, horseback riding. |
June |
Longest days of the year, plenty of sunshine. |
Extremely hot temperatures, very large crowds, need to take shuttle. |
Hiking (early morning or late afternoon), canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), swimming in the Virgin River (with caution). |
July |
Warmest month, ideal for water activities. |
Extremely hot temperatures, monsoonal rains possible, very large crowds. |
Hiking (early morning or late afternoon), canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), swimming in the Virgin River (with caution). |
August |
Similar to July, but with slightly shorter days. |
Extremely hot temperatures, monsoonal rains possible, very large crowds. |
Hiking (early morning or late afternoon), canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), swimming in the Virgin River (with caution). |
September |
Mild temperatures, fewer crowds after Labor Day, beginning of fall foliage. |
Potential for occasional heat waves. |
Hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), biking, scenic drives. |
October |
Pleasant temperatures, stunning fall foliage, fewer crowds. |
Shorter days, potential for cooler evenings. |
Hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering (with proper gear and experience), biking, scenic drives. |
November |
Few crowds, crisp air, beautiful fall colors (early November). |
Cold temperatures, shorter days, potential for early snow. |
Hiking, photography, scenic drives. |
December |
Fewest crowds outside of the holidays, serene winter landscapes, potential for snow. |
Cold temperatures, potential trail closures due to ice and snow, limited shuttle service. |
Hiking (if conditions allow), photography, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing. |