Early spring · Weather & things to do
Arches in March
Arches warms up: highs climb to 58°F (14°C), from 47°F in February, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (24 mm)
- Humidity
- 50%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs near 58°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (24°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and September & October).
- Comfort improves from 63/100 in February to 82/100.
- March sits inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 34°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Arches in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
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.
Park Avenue Trail
Short walk between tall fins that look like a city skyline.
Why now March scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Balanced Rock
A 128-ft rock pinnacle with a big boulder on top, with a short loop trail around it.
Why now Highs near 58°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Arches Visitor Center
Park entrance with exhibits and ranger trail updates.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Moab Brewery
Moab's original brewpub with house beers and a big menu.
Nearby in March
- Canyonlands in March~32 mi · highs 57°F, 0.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in March~95 mi · highs 54°F, 0.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in March~152 mi · highs 38°F, 1.8 in rain or snow · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bryce Canyon in March~161 mi · highs 47°F, 0.8 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Arches?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 98 in April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
How cold is Arches in March?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Arches in March?
Not much: about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 11.9 in (302 mm).
What should I pack for Arches in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 34°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in March
- Utah Mighty Five Mar – May
Planning Arches in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.