Arches National Park in October
In October, Arches National Park averages a high of 72°F and a low of 44°F, with 1.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 145,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 07 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 72° / 44°F
- Precipitation
- 1.1in
- Snow
- 0.1in
- Daylight
- 11h 7m
- Visitors
- 145,000
- Crowds
- 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 October high of 62°F and a low of 36°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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyonlands National Park | 70° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 66° / 43° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 60° / 33° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 74° / 46° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 63° / 39° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Arches National Park on nps.gov
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