Zion National Park in December
In December, Zion National Park averages a high of 53°F and a low of 29°F, with 1.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 1.7 inches of snowfall. About 228,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (moderate). Days are 9 hours 36 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 53° / 29°F
- Precipitation
- 1.6in
- Snow
- 1.7in
- Daylight
- 9h 36m
- Visitors
- 228,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (very busy), October (very busy) and November (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Cedar City 5E, UT at 6,465 ft averages a December high of 42°F and a low of 19°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Zion NP, UT, 6 miles from the park's center, 4,038 ft. Second station higher up: Cedar City 5E, UT, 6,465 ft, 26.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 43° / 18° | Busy | Cool |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 57° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 40° / 21° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 46° / 26° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Zion National Park on nps.gov
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