Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Bryce Canyon in September
Bryce Canyon cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 79°F in August, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (26 mm)
- Humidity
- 37%
- Cloud cover
- 30%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What September feels like
Warm afternoons near 71°F (22°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 45°F (7°C), about 15°C (27°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 37% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 30%.
Plan around September
September is one of Bryce Canyon's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 58°F.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 97/100 in August to 100/100.
- Our Las Vegas & National Parks route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Utah Mighty Five route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bryce Canyon in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Bryce Canyon Astronomy Program
Ranger-led night sky talks and telescope viewing in one of the darkest parks in the US.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best moonless nights, May–Sep.
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon Dining Room
1920s rim lodge dining room, the only sit-down restaurant inside the park.
Why now September scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sunrise Point
Rim overlook facing east over the Bryce Amphitheater's densest hoodoos.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 1.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Inspiration Point
Three-level viewpoint looking straight into the Silent City hoodoo maze.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Navajo Loop Trail
Steep switchbacks through Wall Street's narrow slot between towering hoodoos.
Fairyland Loop Trail
8-mile loop through quieter hoodoos and Tower Bridge, fewer crowds than the main trails.
Nearby in September
- Zion in September~50 mi · highs 79°F, 1.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in September~70 mi · highs 80°F, 1.1 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Grand Canyon in September~103 mi · highs 90°F, 1.1 in rain · 10°C (18°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Canyonlands in September~136 mi · highs 82°F, 1.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,993 m to Bryce Canyon's ~2,496 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.
Bryce Canyon in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Bryce Canyon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain. Our Las Vegas & National Parks route recommends Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bryce Canyon in September?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bryce Canyon in September?
Not much: about 1.0 in (26 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.4 in (263 mm).
What should I pack for Bryce Canyon in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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