Zion National Park in October
In October, Zion National Park averages a high of 78°F and a low of 49°F, with 1.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 509,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 11 hours 10 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 78° / 49°F
- Precipitation
- 1.2in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 11h 10m
- Visitors
- 509,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
October is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with very busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Cedar City 5E, UT at 6,465 ft averages a October high of 65°F and a low of 36°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 October
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 58° / 32° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 65° / 33° | Very busy | Mild |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 83° / 58° | Very busy | Hot |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 66° / 43° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 74° / 46° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Zion National Park on nps.gov
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