Petrified Forest National Park in March
In March, Petrified Forest National Park averages a high of 61°F and a low of 30°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 45,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 52 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 61° / 30°F
- Precipitation
- 0.7in
- Snow
- 0.2in
- Daylight
- 11h 52m
- Visitors
- 45,000
- Crowds
- Busy
March is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Painted Desert NP, AZ, 9.5 miles from the park's center, 5,760 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in March
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | 54° / 25° | Busy | Cool |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 51° / 30° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 63° / 36° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Saguaro National Park | 75° / 35° | Very busy | Mild |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 46° / 23° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Petrified Forest National Park on nps.gov
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