Metate ArchThings to Do
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Metate Arch
Best in spring and fall for moderate temperatures and clearer skies; avoid the summer heat for strenuous hikes.
Spring/Fall
April-May & September-October · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Mild temperatures and stable weather ideal for hiking and photography.
Summer
June-August · 25-40°C (77-104°F)
Hot; hike early and avoid midday heat.
Weather & Climate near Metate Arch
Climate
Metate Arch's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - 6° | -4° | 17 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -4° - 10° | 0° | 13 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -1° - 14° | 4° | 17 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 19° | 11° | 11 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 25° | 16° | 14 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 31° | 22° | 8 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 16° - 34° | 25° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 32° | 24° | 31 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 28° | 19° | 22 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 21° | 12° | 22 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 12° | 3° | 16 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -7° - 6° | -3° | 11 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Metate Arch
Access typically via unpaved roads off state or forest routes in central Utah; a high-clearance vehicle may be recommended. Consult local BLM or park maps for exact coordinates and road conditions.
Tips for Visiting Metate Arch
- Timing for golden-hour photography will reward the red-rock colors.
- Be aware of seasonal trail advisories and avoid fragile cryptobiotic soils.
- Combine a visit with nearby Capitol Reef National Park features for a richer geological story.