Goblin Valley State Park, UT
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Excellent for hiking. High near 57°F. Low rain risk (7%).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Excellent for camping. High near 57°F. Low rain risk (7%).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Biking
Excellent for biking. High near 57°F. Low rain risk (7%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Outdoor Events / Activities
Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 57°F. Low rain risk (7%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Goblin Valley State Park
Conditions at Goblin Valley State Park can shift the best route, launch, campsite, or turnaround time within a single day. Conditions may differ between Hanksville and State Route 24, so use the forecast for the exact part of the destination you plan to visit.
Planning an Outing at Goblin Valley State Park
Start with current observations and official access notices; use the forecast to choose distance, exposure, and turnaround time. For this page, the main planning focus is hiking, camping, biking; verify the approach toward Temple Mountain rather than assuming the entire region is operating normally.
Weather Tips
- Check flash-flood potential, upstream storms, recent rainfall, and wash crossings before entering narrow or low terrain.
- Clay and dirt roads may become impassable after rain even when the main highway remains dry.
- Plan for limited shade, weak cell service, dust, smoke, lightning, and longer-than-expected emergency travel.
- For Goblin Valley State Park, compare upstream rainfall and flash-flood guidance with the condition of local washes and access roads before entering confined terrain.
Nearby Towns and Areas
Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:
- Hanksville
- Temple Mountain
- Wild Horse Butte
- Entrada Canyon
- San Rafael Swell
- State Route 24
Adjust the Day to the Forecast
Keep the objective flexible and choose the version of the day that preserves a comfortable margin for access, weather, and daylight.
7-Day Forecast for Goblin Valley State Park
Weather by Season
Winter
Cool days can favor exposed routes, but freezing nights, snow, ice, wind, and short daylight still affect roads and shaded trails. Around Entrada Canyon, confirm local roads and facilities before committing to the day.
Spring
Spring alternates between comfortable hiking weather, strong wind, mud, runoff, and sudden cold fronts. Around San Rafael Swell, confirm local roads and facilities before committing to the day.
Summer
Summer demands early starts, aggressive hydration, shade planning, and close attention to monsoon lightning and flash-flood forecasts. Around State Route 24, confirm local roads and facilities before committing to the day.
Fall
Fall often brings the best daytime temperatures before cold fronts, smoke, and rapidly shortening daylight reduce the planning margin. Around Hanksville, confirm local roads and facilities before committing to the day.
Key Climate Data Points
- Annual average temperature: roughly 55–65°F in Utah’s lower desert and canyon country; local elevation and aspect create substantial variation.
- Annual snowfall: usually light at low elevations, while nearby mountains receive much more.
- Warmest months: July is generally warmest, moderated strongly by elevation.
- Coolest months: December and January are usually coolest.
- Wettest season: Winter and early spring bring much of the mountain precipitation, while southern and eastern Utah also receive summer monsoon moisture.
- Driest season: Late spring into early summer is commonly driest before monsoon influence develops.
- Best outdoor window: Spring and fall for exposed terrain; use early hours for summer activity.