Arches National Park vs Grand Canyon National Park in August

Arches National Park is the better pick in August — 57 vs 37 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arches National Park is hot, dry, clean air, while Grand Canyon National Park is sweltering, a little rain, clean air.

Arches National Park vs Grand Canyon National ParkAugust climate, side by side

Arches National ParkGrand Canyon National Park
Comfort score57/100 (D)37/100 (F)
Feels-like high32°C39°C
Avg high / low34° / 18°38° / 22°
Rainfall27 mm32 mm
Rainy days45
Humidity28%36%
Air quality (AQI)4337

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

Arches National Park vs Grand Canyon National Park in August — FAQ

Is August better in Arches National Park or Grand Canyon National Park?
Arches National Park is the better pick in August — 57 vs 37 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arches National Park is hot, dry, clean air, while Grand Canyon National Park is sweltering, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Arches National Park vs Grand Canyon National Park in August?
In August, Arches National Park averages 34°C high / 18°C low with about 27 mm of rain; Grand Canyon National Park averages 38°C high / 22°C low with about 32 mm.