Petrified Forest National Park in August
In August, Petrified Forest National Park averages a high of 88°F and a low of 58°F, with 1.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 38,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 28 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 88° / 58°F
- Precipitation
- 1.7in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 28m
- Visitors
- 38,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: March (busy), April (busy) and November (moderate).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Painted Desert NP, AZ, 9.5 miles from the park's center, 5,760 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in August
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | 82° / 50° | Very busy | Hot |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 84° / 57° | Busy | Hot |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 97° / 69° | Busy | Very hot |
| Saguaro National Park | 96° / 66° | Quiet | Very hot |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 78° / 50° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Petrified Forest National Park on nps.gov
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