Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Arches in April
Arches warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 58°F in March, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 94/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (22 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 67°F (19°C), good for long walks.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 40°F (4°C), about 15°C (27°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.9 in (22 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around April
April is one of Arches's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April & May and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 82/100 in March to 94/100.
- April sits inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 40°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Arches in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Fiery Furnace
Maze of sandstone fins explored on a ranger-led hike or with a self-guided permit.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring or fall.
Devils Garden Trail
Trail to Landscape Arch, with an optional primitive loop past several more arches.
Why now April scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Windows Section
North and South Windows and Turret Arch on short trails; Double Arch is next door.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Park Avenue Trail
Short walk between tall fins that look like a city skyline.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Milt's Stop & Eat
Moab burger stand since 1954 with hand-cut fries and milkshakes.
Nearby in April
- Canyonlands in April~32 mi · highs 66°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in April~95 mi · highs 63°F, 0.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in April~152 mi · highs 48°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 10°C (18°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bryce Canyon in April~161 mi · highs 55°F, 0.6 in rain or snow · 6°C (12°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,819 m to Arches's ~1,428 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Arches in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Arches?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain. April is inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
How hot is Arches in April?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Arches in April?
Not much: about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 11.9 in (302 mm).
What should I pack for Arches in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 40°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in April
- Utah Mighty Five Mar – May
Planning Arches in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.