Wilson Arch

Arch Large natural sandstone arch above Utah highway viewpoint

A freestanding sandstone arch beside Utah’s Highway 191, reached from a roadside pullout and short trail; visitors stop for photography, sunset shots and short hikes amid red‑rock country.

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Wilson Arch
Wilson Arch, off U.S. Route 191 near La Sal, San Juan County, Utah, USA
38.2725, -109.3712
Free (public landmark)

How to Get to Wilson Arch #

Located just off US-191, about 32 miles (50 km) south of Moab. There is a small parking pullout at the site; the arch is a short walk from the parking area. The route is accessible by car year-round, though summer heat can be intense.

Tips for Visiting Wilson Arch #

  • Visit at sunset for spectacular light on the sandstone; the arch glows orange and red as the sun falls.
  • There is a small pullout and parking on US-191 - arrive early in high season to secure a spot.
  • No climbing on the arch - it is fragile and protected; respect signage and leave no trace.

Best Time to Visit Wilson Arch #

Spring and autumn are the best times for pleasant temperatures and dramatic light; summer can be hot and crowded.

Spring
March-May · 5-25°C
Comfortable temperatures for hiking and photography; wildflowers at lower elevations.
Autumn
September-November · 5-25°C
Milder temperatures and fewer summer crowds; excellent light for rock photography.

Weather & Climate near Wilson Arch #

Climate

Wilson 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 -9°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3° 12°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
17°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 12 mm.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
11° 29°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
14° 32°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 31°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
26°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 37 mm of rain.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 10°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

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