Petrified Forest National Park in December
In December, Petrified Forest National Park averages a high of 47°F and a low of 22°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 31,000 people visit, the 9th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 9 hours 49 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 47° / 22°F
- Precipitation
- 0.8in
- Snow
- 0.1in
- Daylight
- 9h 49m
- Visitors
- 31,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
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 December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | 43° / 18° | Busy | Cool |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 40° / 20° | Quiet | Cold |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 46° / 26° | Quiet | Cool |
| Saguaro National Park | 64° / 29° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Petrified Forest National Park on nps.gov
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