The best times to visit Blanding for ideal weather are

May 7th to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Blanding Travel Info

Weather in Blanding

Temperature

Average temperatures in Blanding vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Blanding, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 93.8°F (34.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.6°F (18.7°C) at night.

Blanding Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Blanding Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Blanding Perceived Temperature (F)

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Blanding Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Blanding Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 40.7 29.8 22
Feb 45.1 33.8 26.1
Mar 57.7 43.7 33.4
Apr 66.8 52 39.4
May 75 60.2 46.9
Jun 86.1 71.5 56.7
Jul 91.1 76.5 63.8
Aug 88.9 74.4 61.4
Sep 81.4 67 55.7
Oct 66.6 52.8 42.3
Nov 53.9 41.3 32.2
Dec 40.7 30.6 23.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.8 -1.2 -5.6
Feb 7.3 1 -3.3
Mar 14.3 6.5 0.8
Apr 19.3 11.1 4.1
May 23.9 15.7 8.3
Jun 30.1 21.9 13.7
Jul 32.8 24.7 17.7
Aug 31.6 23.6 16.3
Sep 27.4 19.4 13.2
Oct 19.2 11.6 5.7
Nov 12.2 5.2 0.1
Dec 4.8 -0.8 -4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Blanding are June, March, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Blanding? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January and early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Blanding is often around around January 15th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Blanding.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Blanding (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 10% 8.8 1.6
Feb 14% 9.3 0.8
Mar 4% 6.8 0.6
Apr 7% 1.2 0.8
May 8% 0 0.8
Jun 1% 0 0.1
Jul 13% 0 1.3
Aug 7% 0 0.7
Sep 11% 0 1.1
Oct 12% 3 1.1
Nov 6% 1.2 0.5
Dec 24% 7.3 3.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 22.4 4.1
Feb 14 23.6 2
Mar 4 17.3 1.5
Apr 7 3 2
May 8 0 2
Jun 1 0 0.3
Jul 13 0 3.3
Aug 7 0 1.8
Sep 11 0 2.8
Oct 12 7.6 2.8
Nov 6 3 1.3
Dec 24 18.5 8.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Blanding has some humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is June (15.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (61.9%).

Wind in Blanding is usually moderate. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 9.5 knots (10.9 MPH or 17.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 15.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Blanding.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.1 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 7.1 Gentle breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.9 Gentle breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 9.5 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
May 9.3 Gentle breeze 13 Gentle breeze
Jun 8.7 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 7.1 Gentle breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.6 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 7 Gentle breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 7.6 Gentle breeze 11 Significant breeze
Nov 7.3 Gentle breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.6 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.9%
Feb 54.2%
Mar 34.9%
Apr 25%
May 24.5%
Jun 15.3%
Jul 26.3%
Aug 25.4%
Sep 26.9%
Oct 32.8%
Nov 39.4%
Dec 61.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Blanding?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Blanding, UT, US is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Blanding in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in December means 36.5% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Blanding Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79°F (26.1°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 0 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Blanding, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.5°F (29.2°C) and 48.1°F (8.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Blanding to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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