Arches National Park in April
In April, Arches National Park averages a high of 70°F and a low of 44°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 157,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 13 hours 09 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 70° / 44°F
- Precipitation
- 0.7in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 9m
- Visitors
- 157,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: March (busy) and November (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: La Sal 1SW, UT at 6,787 ft averages a April high of 59°F and a low of 33°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 April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyonlands National Park | 67° / 36° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 65° / 39° | Busy | Mild |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 56° / 29° | Quiet | Mild, wet |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 72° / 44° | Busy | Mild |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 59° / 34° | Quiet | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Arches National Park on nps.gov
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