Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Canyonlands in April
Canyonlands warms up: highs climb to 66°F (19°C), from 57°F in March, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 94/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 66°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (16 mm)
- Humidity
- 39%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 66°F (19°C), good for long walks.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 38°F (3°C), about 15°C (28°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 39% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
Plan around April
April is one of Canyonlands's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April & May and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 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 38°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Canyonlands in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Shafer Canyon Overlook
Look down on the switchbacks of the Shafer Trail dropping to the White Rim.
Why now April scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Moab Coffee Roasters
Main Street coffee and gelato stop for an early start before the drive to the park.
Why now Highs near 66°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Green River Overlook
Easy view over the winding Green River and the White Rim.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Moab Diner
Retro diner on Main Street serving green chile, burgers and big breakfasts.
Dead Horse Point State Park
Overlook 2,000 ft above a gooseneck bend of the Colorado River.
Nearby in April
- Arches in April~32 mi · highs 67°F, 0.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in April~75 mi · highs 63°F, 0.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bryce Canyon in April~136 mi · highs 55°F, 0.6 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Aspen in April~175 mi · highs 48°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 10°C (18°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Canyonlands in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Canyonlands?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 66°F (19°C) and 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain. April is inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
How hot is Canyonlands in April?
Average highs are 66°F (19°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Canyonlands in April?
Not much: about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 9.1 in (230 mm).
What should I pack for Canyonlands in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 38°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Canyonlands
Routes in season in April
- Utah Mighty Five Mar – May
Planning Canyonlands in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.