Great Basin National Park in August
In August, Great Basin National Park averages a high of 83°F and a low of 56°F, with 1.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 22,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 41 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 83° / 56°F
- Precipitation
- 1.2in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 41m
- Visitors
- 22,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: June (very busy) and September (very busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Great Basin NP, NV, 5.6 miles from the park's center, 6,850 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in August
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 98° / 69° | Busy | Very hot |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 78° / 50° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 88° / 63° | Moderate | Hot |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 106° / 82° | Very busy | Very hot |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 82° / 50° | Very busy | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Great Basin National Park on nps.gov
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