Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in August

Big Bend National Park is the better pick in August — 74 vs 57 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Bend National Park is hot, a little rain, clean air, while Arches National Park is hot, dry, clean air.

Arches National Park vs Big Bend National ParkAugust climate, side by side

Arches National ParkBig Bend National Park
Comfort score57/100 (D)74/100 (B)
Feels-like high32°C31°C
Avg high / low34° / 18°31° / 20°
Rainfall27 mm35 mm
Rainy days45
Humidity28%41%
Air quality (AQI)4342

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in August — FAQ

Is August better in Arches National Park or Big Bend National Park?
Big Bend National Park is the better pick in August — 74 vs 57 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Bend National Park is hot, a little rain, clean air, while Arches National Park is hot, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in August?
In August, Arches National Park averages 34°C high / 18°C low with about 27 mm of rain; Big Bend National Park averages 31°C high / 20°C low with about 35 mm.