Best Time to Visit Grand Teton National Park
The best months to visit Grand Teton National Park are April, May and October — computed from official NPS visitation (2021–2025 average), NOAA weather normals and daylight. July is the crowd peak (732,380 monthly visits); December is quietest at 7% of peak.
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Monthly crowd curve
Average monthly recreation visits, 2021–2025 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). Amber bar = current month.
Grand Teton month by month
| Month | Verdict | Avg visits | % of peak | High / Low | Precip | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Harsh season | 57,211 | 8% | 24°F / 1°F | 2.9″ | 9.3h |
| February | Harsh season | 55,933 | 8% | 30°F / 4°F | 2.3″ | 10.5h |
| March | Shoulder | 64,755 | 9% | 39°F / 12°F | 2.3″ | 11.9h |
| April | Best window | 75,333 | 10% | 46°F / 21°F | 2.2″ | 13.4h |
| May | Best window | 305,741 | 42% | 56°F / 31°F | 2.4″ | 14.7h |
| June | Peak crowds | 632,518 | 86% | 67°F / 37°F | 1.8″ | 15.4h |
| July | Peak crowds | 732,380 | 100% | 77°F / 42°F | 1.0″ | 15.2h |
| August | Peak crowds | 672,439 | 92% | 76°F / 40°F | 1.3″ | 14h |
| September | Peak crowds | 564,320 | 77% | 66°F / 34°F | 1.6″ | 12.6h |
| October | Best window | 247,505 | 34% | 51°F / 25°F | 1.9″ | 11.1h |
| November | Shoulder | 50,017 | 7% | 35°F / 14°F | 2.6″ | 9.7h |
| December | Harsh season | 49,334 | 7% | 24°F / 4°F | 3.1″ | 8.9h |
Crowds: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, mean of 2021–2025 (2020 excluded as a COVID-19 anomaly). Weather: NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station MORAN 5WNW, WY US (6 mi from park coordinates). Daylight: computed for the 15th of each month at the park's location. Methodology.
How many people visit Grand Teton each year
Grand Teton National Park had 3,800,648 recreation visits in 2025, 5% more than 2024 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). The busiest year since 2015 was 2021, with 3,885,230. Over 2021–2025 it averaged 3,507,486 visits a year, which makes it the 8th most-visited of the 63 national parks.
| Year | Recreation visits | vs. year before |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3,800,648 | +5% |
| 2024 | 3,628,222 | +6% |
| 2023 | 3,417,106 | +22% |
| 2022 | 2,806,223 | −28% |
| 2021 | 3,885,230 | +18% |
| 2020 | 3,289,638 | −3% |
| 2019 | 3,405,614 | −2% |
| 2018 | 3,491,151 | +5% |
| 2017 | 3,317,000 | +1% |
| 2016 | 3,270,076 | +4% |
| 2015 | 3,149,921 | — |
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 Grand Teton in April
Computed from April's weather normals — Grand Teton's best month above. Visiting another month? Each month page has its own weather-computed list.
- Insulated jacket, beanie and gloves — nights average 21°F, below freezing
- Packable rain jacket — 2.2″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Traction devices (microspikes) and gaiters — 12″ normal snowfall (compare other options)
- Insulated, waterproof boots — plus navigation and a basic first-aid kit — 12″ of snow is normal this month
- Bear spray — recommended by the park in grizzly country (check current park regulations before you carry)
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Grand Teton?
April, May and October rank best for Grand Teton on VisitWhen's computed score — the strongest balance of low crowds (NPS data), comfortable weather (NOAA normals) and daylight, among months when the park’s headline access is typically open.
What is the most crowded month at Grand Teton?
July: an average of 732,380 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025). The quietest is December, at 7% of the July peak.
When is Grand Teton least crowded with decent conditions?
November, at 7% of the July peak (50,017 average visits). December is quieter still, but its weather puts it in the harsh season.
How many people visit Grand Teton per year?
Grand Teton National Park had 3,800,648 recreation visits in 2025, 5% more than 2024 (NPS Visitor Use Statistics). The busiest year since 2015 was 2021, with 3,885,230. Over 2021–2025 it averaged 3,507,486 visits a year.
What is the weather like at Grand Teton through the year?
The warmest month is July, with average highs of 77°F. The coldest nights come in January, averaging 1°F. The wettest month is December, with 3.1″ of precipitation. (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, MORAN 5WNW, WY US station.)
Is Grand Teton open all year?
Teton Park Road is closed to vehicles roughly November–April (it becomes a ski/snowshoe route); US-26/89/191 through the park stays open. Dates shift with snow and weather each year, so check the park's current NPS conditions before you go.
Dive into a month
Comparing parks for the same trip? See how Grand Teton ranks against all 63 parks in April, May and October.
Last verified 2026-09-24 · all parks