Great Basin National Park in December
In December, Great Basin National Park averages a high of 40°F and a low of 20°F, with 1.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 9.6 inches of snowfall. About 2,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 9 hours 27 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 40° / 20°F
- Precipitation
- 1.0in
- Snow
- 9.6in
- Daylight
- 9h 27m
- Visitors
- 2,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: June (very busy) and September (very busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Great Basin NP, NV, 5.6 miles from the park's center, 6,850 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 53° / 29° | Moderate | Cool |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 40° / 21° | Quiet | Cool |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 57° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 43° / 18° | Busy | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Great Basin National Park on nps.gov
All twelve months at Great Basin · National parks to visit in December