Best Time to Visit Bryce Canyon National Park
The best months to visit Bryce Canyon National Park are March, April and August — computed from official NPS visitation (2021–2025 average), NOAA weather normals and daylight. June is the crowd peak (330,635 monthly visits); January is quietest at 10% of peak.
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Monthly crowd curve
Average monthly recreation visits, 2021–2025 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). Amber bar = current month.
Bryce Canyon month by month
| Month | Verdict | Avg visits | % of peak | High / Low | Precip | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder | 34,058 | 10% | 37°F / 17°F | 1.9″ | 9.8h |
| February | Shoulder | 37,599 | 11% | 39°F / 18°F | 1.7″ | 10.8h |
| March | Best window | 97,703 | 30% | 46°F / 23°F | 1.3″ | 11.9h |
| April | Best window | 215,140 | 65% | 54°F / 29°F | 0.8″ | 13.1h |
| May | Peak crowds | 297,892 | 90% | 63°F / 37°F | 0.9″ | 14.2h |
| June | Peak crowds | 330,635 | 100% | 75°F / 45°F | 0.5″ | 14.8h |
| July | Peak crowds | 300,193 | 91% | 80°F / 52°F | 1.6″ | 14.5h |
| August | Best window | 268,214 | 81% | 78°F / 50°F | 1.9″ | 13.6h |
| September | Peak crowds | 324,593 | 98% | 70°F / 42°F | 1.8″ | 12.5h |
| October | Peak crowds | 235,422 | 71% | 58°F / 32°F | 1.7″ | 11.3h |
| November | Shoulder | 80,315 | 24% | 46°F / 23°F | 1.3″ | 10.2h |
| December | Shoulder | 55,431 | 17% | 37°F / 17°F | 1.3″ | 9.6h |
Crowds: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, mean of 2021–2025 (2020 excluded as a COVID-19 anomaly). Weather: NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station BRYCE CANYON NP HQRS, UT US (0 mi from park coordinates). Daylight: computed for the 15th of each month at the park's location. Methodology.
How many people visit Bryce Canyon each year
Bryce Canyon National Park had 1,967,367 recreation visits in 2025, 21% fewer than 2024 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). The busiest year since 2015 was 2018, with 2,679,478. Over 2021–2025 it averaged 2,277,195 visits a year, which makes it the 15th most-visited of the 63 national parks.
| Year | Recreation visits | vs. year before |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,967,367 | −21% |
| 2024 | 2,498,075 | +1% |
| 2023 | 2,461,269 | +5% |
| 2022 | 2,354,660 | +12% |
| 2021 | 2,104,600 | +44% |
| 2020 | 1,464,655 | −44% |
| 2019 | 2,594,904 | −3% |
| 2018 | 2,679,478 | +4% |
| 2017 | 2,571,684 | +9% |
| 2016 | 2,365,110 | +35% |
| 2015 | 1,745,804 | — |
Calendar-year recreation visits as published by NPS Visitor Use Statistics. 2020 is shown here but left out of the monthly averages above, because the COVID-19 pandemic makes it unrepresentative. See how every park compares: all 63 parks ranked by visits.
What to pack for Bryce Canyon in March
Computed from March's weather normals — Bryce Canyon's best month above. Visiting another month? Each month page has its own weather-computed list.
- Insulated jacket, beanie and gloves — nights average 23°F, below freezing
- Traction devices (microspikes) and gaiters — 13″ normal snowfall (compare other options)
- Insulated, waterproof boots — plus navigation and a basic first-aid kit — 13″ of snow is normal this month
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Bryce Canyon?
March, April and August rank best for Bryce Canyon on VisitWhen's computed score — the strongest balance of low crowds (NPS data), comfortable weather (NOAA normals) and daylight.
What is the most crowded month at Bryce Canyon?
June: an average of 330,635 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025). The quietest is January, at 10% of the June peak.
When is Bryce Canyon least crowded with decent conditions?
January. It is the park's quietest month (10% of the June peak, 34,058 average visits) without harsh-season weather.
How many people visit Bryce Canyon per year?
Bryce Canyon National Park had 1,967,367 recreation visits in 2025, 21% fewer than 2024 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). The busiest year since 2015 was 2018, with 2,679,478. Over 2021–2025 it averaged 2,277,195 visits a year.
What is the weather like at Bryce Canyon through the year?
The warmest month is July, with average highs of 80°F. The coldest nights come in January, averaging 17°F. The wettest month is August, with 1.9″ of precipitation. (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, BRYCE CANYON NP HQRS, UT US station.)
Dive into a month
Comparing parks for the same trip? See how Bryce Canyon ranks against all 63 parks in March, April and August.
Last verified 2026-09-24 · all parks