Late summer · Weather & things to do
Park City in August
Park City edges cooler than July, with highs of 81°F (27°C), lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain.
At 97/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 1.2 in (31 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Plan around August
August is one of Park City's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 90/100 in July to 97/100.
- Our Salt Lake City & Park City route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — August falls outside it.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Park City in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Park City Mountain
One of the largest ski resorts in the US, reached from Old Town by the Town Lift and linked to Canyons Village by gondola.
Why now August scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Utah Olympic Park
The 2002 Winter Olympics sliding and ski-jumping venue, with public bobsled rides and a free museum.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 1.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
No Name Saloon
Crowded Main Street bar with a rooftop deck and buffalo burgers, a Park City après fixture.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Park City Museum
Main Street museum in the old City Hall, covering silver mining and skiing, with the original territorial jail below.
High West Saloon
Ski-in whiskey saloon and restaurant in a restored livery stable and garage at the foot of the Quittin' Time run.
Nearby in August
- Salt Lake City in August~22 mi · highs 90°F, 0.9 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in August~163 mi · highs 89°F, 1.0 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Arches in August~167 mi · highs 92°F, 1.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Canyonlands in August~182 mi · highs 91°F, 0.9 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Big Cottonwood Canyon.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,364 m to Park City's ~2,114 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.
Park City in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Park City?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain.
How hot is Park City in August?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Park City in August?
Not much: about 1.2 in (31 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.3 in (516 mm).
What should I pack for Park City in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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