Zion National Park in August
In August, Zion National Park averages a high of 98°F and a low of 69°F, with 1.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 469,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 35 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 98° / 69°F
- Precipitation
- 1.6in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 35m
- Visitors
- 469,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (very busy), October (very busy) and November (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Cedar City 5E, UT at 6,465 ft averages a August high of 84°F and a low of 55°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Zion NP, UT, 6 miles from the park's center, 4,038 ft. Second station higher up: Cedar City 5E, UT, 6,465 ft, 26.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in August
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 78° / 50° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 82° / 50° | Very busy | Hot |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 106° / 82° | Very busy | Very hot |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 88° / 63° | Moderate | Hot |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 97° / 69° | Busy | Very hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Zion National Park on nps.gov
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