Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in April
In April, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park averages a high of 56°F and a low of 29°F, with 1.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 11,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 13 hours 09 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 56° / 29°F
- Precipitation
- 1.8in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 13h 9m
- Visitors
- 11,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (busy) and June (very busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Montrose #2, CO at 5,789 ft averages a April high of 64°F and a low of 37°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison, CO, 3.5 miles from the park's center, 8,151 ft. Second station lower down: Montrose #2, CO, 5,789 ft, 9.8 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Verde National Park | 59° / 34° | Quiet | Mild |
| Arches National Park | 70° / 44° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Canyonlands National Park | 67° / 36° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 56° / 29° | Quiet | Mild, wet |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 49° / 21° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on nps.gov
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