Early spring · Weather & things to do
Zion in March
Zion warms up: highs climb to 53°F (12°C), from 44°F in February, with lows of 30°F (-1°C) and about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 76/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 53°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 30°F (-1°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (32 mm)
- Humidity
- 54%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What March feels like
It's cool, with highs near 53°F (12°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Average lows of 30°F (-1°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Rain is moderate at about 1.3 in (32 mm) for the month.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are April – June and August – October.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by April, lows rise to 35°F.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in February to 76/100.
- March sits inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 53°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 30°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Zion in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Angels Landing
Chain-assisted ridge hike to a narrow summit 1,500 ft above the canyon.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best early morning, spring or fall.
Zion Canyon Visitor Center
Hub for the free canyon shuttle and ranger trail conditions.
Why now March scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Emerald Pools Trail
Short hikes to pools and seasonal waterfalls below cliffs, starting at Zion Lodge.
Why now Highs near 53°F and 1.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bit & Spur Restaurant
Long-running Southwestern restaurant with a garden patio and red-rock views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Zion Canyon Brew Pub
Zion Brewery's pub right outside the park gate with a riverside patio.
Nearby in March
- Bryce Canyon in March~50 mi · highs 47°F, 0.8 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Grand Canyon in March~97 mi · highs 67°F, 0.8 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in March~118 mi · highs 54°F, 0.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Las Vegas in March~141 mi · highs 72°F, 0.5 in rain · 10°C (19°F) warmer by day, drier
These averages also cover Zion NP.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,087 m to Zion's ~1,782 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.
Zion in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Zion?
It's middling, scoring 76/100. The best months are April – June and August – October, at up to 100. Expect highs of 53°F (12°C) and 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – May window our Utah Mighty Five route recommends.
How cold is Zion in March?
Average highs are 53°F (12°C) and average lows 30°F (-1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Zion in March?
Not much: about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 13.1 in (332 mm).
What should I pack for Zion in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 53°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 30°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible) 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 Zion in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.