Early spring · Weather & things to do
Park City in March
Park City warms up: highs climb to 41°F (5°C), from 32°F in February, with lows of 22°F (-6°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 49/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 41°F (5°C)
- Avg low
- 22°F (-6°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 49/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 41°F (5°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 22°F (-6°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around March
March is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (March – May), which brings about 6.1 in (154 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from February (48 → 49/100).
- Our Salt Lake City & Park City route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 41°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 22°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Park City in March
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Deer Valley
Skiers-only resort known for its corduroy groomers, limited lift tickets and lodge dining.
No Name Saloon
Crowded Main Street bar with a rooftop deck and buffalo burgers, a Park City après fixture.
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.
Park City Museum
Main Street museum in the old City Hall, covering silver mining and skiing, with the original territorial jail below.
Main Street
Park City's steep historic main street of 1890s mining-era buildings, now shops, galleries and bars lit up for winter.
Nearby in March
- Salt Lake City in March~22 mi · highs 51°F, 2.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in March~163 mi · highs 54°F, 0.9 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, drier
- Arches in March~167 mi · highs 58°F, 0.9 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, drier
- Canyonlands in March~182 mi · highs 57°F, 0.7 in rain · 9°C (16°F) warmer by day, drier
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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Park City?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 49/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 41°F (5°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain or snow.
How cold is Park City in March?
Average highs are 41°F (5°C) and average lows 22°F (-6°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Park City in March?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 20.3 in (516 mm).
What should I pack for Park City in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 41°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 22°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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