Devils Wash BowlDevils Wash Bowl at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Devils Wash Bowl
For geological features in Idaho, spring and early summer are generally best; local conditions and access dictate the exact window.
Summer (early)
Jun-Jul · 55-80°F (13-27°C)
Avoid the hottest part of summer; early summer mornings are comfortable for exploration.
Spring
Apr-May · 40-65°F (4-18°C)
Wildflowers and migratory birds can add interest to a visit.
Weather & Climate near Devils Wash Bowl
Climate
Devils Wash Bowl's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 31
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - 3° | -6° | 34 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -5° - 7° | -3° | 26 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 12° | 2° | 27 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 17° | 7° | 18 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 22° | 14° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 27° | 18° | 19 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 12° - 32° | 22° | 6 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 32° | 22° | 9 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 7° - 26° | 16° | 13 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 20° | 11° | 17 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -3° - 11° | 1° | 37 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - 4° | -5° | 32 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Devils Wash Bowl
Devils Wash Bowl is in southwestern Idaho and is best reached by local county roads branching off state highways; the area is rural and may require a high-clearance vehicle. Consult local Idaho Bureau of Land Management maps for exact access points and any travel advisories.
Tips for Visiting Devils Wash Bowl
- If approaching from nearby trailheads, watch for quick weather changes-rain can turn bowl floors into slippery mud.
- Bring a topographic map-the bowl sits in a larger complex of coulees and is easy to miss from a single trailhead.
- Local birdwatchers report good raptor sightings; bring binoculars.