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. |