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Bryce Canyon Area General Climate

At an elevation of 6,000 to 9,000 feet, Bryce enjoys relatively mild summers. July is the warmest month, but it is still chilly at night. With the pleasant weather comes lots of visitors. About 75% of Bryce's yearly visitors come in June, July and August. You should make reservations for motels and be prepared to share the scenery with others.

In fall the crowds thin but the weather remains pleasant, making it the ideal time to experience Bryce. In winter, the park is mostly deserted, though the brightly colored rock formations frosted with thick snow is a sight to see on a crisp clear day. Spring is chancy. Rain and snow are unpredictable and temperatures are often below freezing well into May. Average daily highs and lows are set forth below.

		Jan.	Feb.	Mar.	Apr.	May	Jun.	Jul.	Aug.	Sep.	Oct.	Nov.	Dec.
	High	39	41	44	53	63	74	80	77	71	60	44	39
	Low	11	12	17	23	30	38	46	44	36	27	17	12

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