Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in December

Big Bend National Park is the better pick in December — 90 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Bend National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Arches National Park is cold, dry, clean air.

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

Arches National ParkBig Bend National Park
Comfort score70/100 (B)90/100 (S)
Feels-like high0°C14°C
Avg high / low4° / -6°17° / 6°
Rainfall17 mm16 mm
Rainy days42
Humidity60%48%
Air quality (AQI)3032

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

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

Is December better in Arches National Park or Big Bend National Park?
Big Bend National Park is the better pick in December — 90 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Bend National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Arches National Park is cold, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in December?
In December, Arches National Park averages 4°C high / -6°C low with about 17 mm of rain; Big Bend National Park averages 17°C high / 6°C low with about 16 mm.