Zion National Park in January
In January, Zion National Park averages a high of 54°F and a low of 30°F, with 2.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 0.7 inches of snowfall. About 128,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 51 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 54° / 30°F
- Precipitation
- 2.0in
- Snow
- 0.7in
- Daylight
- 9h 51m
- Visitors
- 128,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
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 January high of 43°F and a low of 20°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 January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 44° / 19° | Moderate | Cool |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 59° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 41° / 21° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 46° / 26° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Zion National Park on nps.gov
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