Petrified Forest National Park in October
In October, Petrified Forest National Park averages a high of 71°F and a low of 40°F, with 1.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 38,000 people visit, the 8th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 11 hours 15 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 71° / 40°F
- Precipitation
- 1.0in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 11h 15m
- 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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | 65° / 33° | Very busy | Mild |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 63° / 39° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 74° / 46° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Saguaro National Park | 84° / 46° | Moderate | Hot |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 58° / 32° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Petrified Forest National Park on nps.gov
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