Arches National Park vs Pinnacles National Park in December

Pinnacles National Park is the better pick in December — 78 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Pinnacles National Park is cool, a little rain, clean air, while Arches National Park is cold, dry, clean air.

Arches National Park vs Pinnacles National ParkDecember climate, side by side

Arches National ParkPinnacles National Park
Comfort score70/100 (B)78/100 (B)
Feels-like high0°C14°C
Avg high / low4° / -6°16° / 1°
Rainfall17 mm68 mm
Rainy days47
Humidity60%71%
Air quality (AQI)3031

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

Arches National Park vs Pinnacles National Park in December — FAQ

Is December better in Arches National Park or Pinnacles National Park?
Pinnacles National Park is the better pick in December — 78 vs 70 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Pinnacles National Park is cool, a little rain, clean air, while Arches National Park is cold, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Arches National Park vs Pinnacles National Park in December?
In December, Arches National Park averages 4°C high / -6°C low with about 17 mm of rain; Pinnacles National Park averages 16°C high / 1°C low with about 68 mm.