Arches National Park in March
In March, Arches National Park averages a high of 62°F and a low of 37°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 0.5 inches of snowfall. About 143,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 50 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 62° / 37°F
- Precipitation
- 0.7in
- Snow
- 0.5in
- Daylight
- 11h 50m
- Visitors
- 143,000
- Crowds
- Busy
March is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: La Sal 1SW, UT at 6,787 ft averages a March high of 51°F and a low of 28°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Arches NP Hqs, UT, 6.5 miles from the park's center, 4,093 ft. Second station higher up: La Sal 1SW, UT, 6,787 ft, 33.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in March
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyonlands National Park | 59° / 30° | Busy | Mild |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 57° / 34° | Moderate | Mild |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 49° / 23° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 63° / 36° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 51° / 30° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Arches National Park on nps.gov
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