Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in October

Arches National Park is the better pick in October — 92 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arches National Park is nice, dry, clean air, while Big Bend National Park is nice, dry, clean air.

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

Arches National ParkBig Bend National Park
Comfort score92/100 (S)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high16°C23°C
Avg high / low19° / 5°25° / 13°
Rainfall27 mm23 mm
Rainy days43
Humidity44%42%
Air quality (AQI)3335

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

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

Is October better in Arches National Park or Big Bend National Park?
Arches National Park is the better pick in October — 92 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arches National Park is nice, dry, clean air, while Big Bend National Park is nice, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Arches National Park vs Big Bend National Park in October?
In October, Arches National Park averages 19°C high / 5°C low with about 27 mm of rain; Big Bend National Park averages 25°C high / 13°C low with about 23 mm.