Joshua Tree National Park vs Zion National Park in January

Joshua Tree National Park is the better pick in January — 83 vs 68 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Zion National Park is cold, a little rain, clean air.

Joshua Tree National Park vs Zion National ParkJanuary climate, side by side

Joshua Tree National ParkZion National Park
Comfort score83/100 (A)68/100 (C)
Feels-like high12°C2°C
Avg high / low16° / 5°5° / -8°
Rainfall19 mm60 mm
Rainy days35
Humidity46%62%
Air quality (AQI)3436

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

Joshua Tree National Park vs Zion National Park in January — FAQ

Is January better in Joshua Tree National Park or Zion National Park?
Joshua Tree National Park is the better pick in January — 83 vs 68 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Joshua Tree National Park is cool, dry, clean air, while Zion National Park is cold, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Joshua Tree National Park vs Zion National Park in January?
In January, Joshua Tree National Park averages 16°C high / 5°C low with about 19 mm of rain; Zion National Park averages 5°C high / -8°C low with about 60 mm.