August · United States
Best time to visit Moab in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Moab in August
Average temperature 24°C, 50 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 44% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
- Humidity
- 44%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Moab scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 50 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Moab sits between Arches and Canyonlands, the red-rock capital of Utah's canyon country.
August in Moab — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
Trail conditions at 24°C (76°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in August; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 50 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.5 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Moab at 8.5/10 (6th of 12), just behind May at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Moab in August?
- In August, Moab averages 24°C, 50 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Moab?
- August earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Moab in August?
- Expect about 50 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 44% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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