Petrified Forest National Park in February
In February, Petrified Forest National Park averages a high of 53°F and a low of 25°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 19,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 10 hours 52 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 53° / 25°F
- Precipitation
- 0.7in
- Snow
- 0.1in
- Daylight
- 10h 52m
- Visitors
- 19,000
- 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 February
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | 46° / 21° | Moderate | Cool |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 43° / 23° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 53° / 30° | Moderate | Cool |
| Saguaro National Park | 68° / 32° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 39° / 18° | Quiet | Cold |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Petrified Forest National Park on nps.gov
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