Angel Arch
Arch Massive natural sandstone arch in remote canyon country
Angel Arch stands in eastern Utah’s gorge country as a large natural sandstone arch reached by multi-mile trail. Hikers and canyoneers come for backcountry routes, photography and desert geology.
How to Get to Angel Arch #
Angel Arch is in southeastern Utah region (proximity dependent on specific protected area). Access typically requires long cross-country hiking or multi-day routes; consult the managing public lands agency (National Park Service, BLM or state parks) for exact trailhead locations and permit requirements.
Tips for Visiting Angel Arch #
- Angel Arch is remote-only recommended for experienced backcountry hikers with proper permit and navigation gear.
- Check National Park Service or local land manager rules; the area may require permits and has fragile desert ecosystems.
Best Time to Visit Angel Arch #
Shoulder seasons are best. Summer can be dangerously hot and winter nights can be freezing in the desert.
Weather & Climate near Angel Arch #
Angel Arch's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 34 mm of rain.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.