Names HillNames Hill at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Names Hill
Best in summer and autumn when river levels are moderate and trail access is easier.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Warm weather and good visibility for rock inscriptions.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
September-November · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Cooler, drier conditions ideal for hiking and inspecting the inscriptions.
Weather & Climate near Names Hill
Climate
Names Hill's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 28°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -18° - -3° | -15° | 9 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -16° - 0° | -12° | 11 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -10° - 5° | -6° | 12 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -5° - 11° | 0° | 19 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 0° - 17° | 6° | 31 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 4° - 23° | 14° | 25 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 7° - 28° | 17° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 6° - 27° | 16° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 0° - 21° | 11° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -5° - 14° | 2° | 15 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -11° - 4° | -8° | 12 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -18° - -2° | -15° | 12 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Names Hill
Names Hill is located near the Green River in western Wyoming, close to the town of Farson. Access is by road off US-191/US-189; some parking and short walks from the pull-off lead to the cliff. Check with local BLM offices for current access and any preservation advisories.
Tips for Visiting Names Hill
- Bring a rubbing kit (paper and a soft charcoal or pencil) if planning to copy inscriptions - many signatures and names are still legible and make tactile souvenirs.
- Visit with binoculars for a full appreciation of the riverscape; the site sits above a wide, meandering river corridor.
- Respect fragile rock surfaces and avoid adding any new marks; many historical graffiti are dated and of historic value.