Bad Land CliffsBad Land Cliffs at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Bad Land Cliffs
Best during spring and autumn when temperatures are moderate and daylight is generous.
Spring-Autumn
April-October · 10-28°C (50-82°F)
Best temperatures for hiking and canyon exploration.
Weather & Climate near Bad Land Cliffs
Climate
Bad Land Cliffs'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 -11°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -11° - 1° | -9° | 19 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -9° - 4° | -6° | 22 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -5° - 8° | -2° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 13° | 3° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 3° - 20° | 12° | 29 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 8° - 25° | 17° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 30° | 21° | 31 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 12° - 28° | 20° | 34 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 7° - 24° | 16° | 33 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 16° | 7° | 30 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -5° - 8° | -1° | 21 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -10° - 2° | -7° | 20 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Bad Land Cliffs
The cliffs are accessed by unpaved roads off Utah state routes; a high-clearance vehicle is often recommended. Check local land management offices for access advisories and trailhead coordinates.
Tips for Visiting Bad Land Cliffs
- Plan for sudden weather-Utah high deserts can produce quick storms even late in summer.
- Bring a GPS device and topographic map if exploring cliff edges; cell service can be intermittent.
- Watch for fragile fossil-bearing or archaeological soils-do not collect or disturb without permits.