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Capitol Reef National Park

Weather:

Summertime temperatures at Capitol Reef National Park often climb into the upper 90s (F), but nights cool down into the 50s and 60s (F). The area has an arid climate with precipitation averaging just 7.2 inches annually (as recorded at the park Visitor Center weather station). The thunderstorm season from July through September brings cloudbursts, flash floods and lightning. Spring and fall are milder with highs generally in the 50s and 60s (F). Daytime winter highs average less than 50 (F). Snowfall is usually light, especially at lower elevations. Humidity is low all year. For current weather conditions, refer to the recorded message on the park's automated phone system at 435-425-3791.

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Ten day forecast for nearby Torrey, UT from Intellicast. 

Capitol Reef National Park
Average monthly high and low temperatures, rainfall, and snowfall.

Capitol Reef National Park
Current forecast for nearby Torrey, UT from wunderground.com.

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