The best times to visit Payson for ideal weather are

May 14th to July 8th

or

July 30th to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Payson Travel Info

Weather in Payson

Temperature

Average temperatures in Payson vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th 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 Payson, 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 92.2°F (33.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 62.5°F (16.9°C) at night.

Payson Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Payson 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.

Payson Perceived Temperature (F)

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Payson Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Payson 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 32.3 23.6 16.3
Feb 42.2 32.2 24.3
Mar 54.7 42.6 32.6
Apr 61.1 48.4 37.7
May 70.9 57.6 45.5
Jun 84.3 69 54.1
Jul 91.1 76.7 62.3
Aug 88.8 73.9 59.9
Sep 79.7 64.6 51.2
Oct 64 50.9 40.2
Nov 49.7 38.6 29.7
Dec 35.7 28.1 21.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.2 -4.7 -8.7
Feb 5.7 0.1 -4.3
Mar 12.6 5.9 0.3
Apr 16.2 9.1 3.2
May 21.6 14.2 7.5
Jun 29.1 20.6 12.3
Jul 32.8 24.8 16.8
Aug 31.6 23.3 15.5
Sep 26.5 18.1 10.7
Oct 17.8 10.5 4.6
Nov 9.8 3.7 -1.3
Dec 2.1 -2.2 -5.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Payson are June, July, and then March. 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 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Payson? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Payson.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Payson (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 4% 0 1
Feb 6% 0 0.5
Mar 4% 0 0.3
Apr 8% 0 0.7
May 9% 0 1
Jun 2% 0 0.4
Jul 3% 0 0.3
Aug 6% 0 0.6
Sep 5% 0 0.7
Oct 5% 0 0.4
Nov 4% 0 0.3
Dec 6% 0 0.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 2.5
Feb 6 0 1.3
Mar 4 0 0.8
Apr 8 0 1.8
May 9 0 2.5
Jun 2 0 1
Jul 3 0 0.8
Aug 6 0 1.5
Sep 5 0 1.8
Oct 5 0 1
Nov 4 0 0.8
Dec 6 0 1.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Payson has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (29.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (71.5%).

Wind in Payson is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 6.8 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.6 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early June where average top sustained speeds reach 16.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.7 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Feb 4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 14.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.8 Light breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
May 6.4 Light breeze 15.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Jul 5.3 Light breeze 14 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 12.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.6 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.5%
Feb 61%
Mar 44.6%
Apr 41%
May 37.3%
Jun 29.2%
Jul 30.7%
Aug 32.4%
Sep 37.5%
Oct 47.3%
Nov 53.9%
Dec 68.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Payson?

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 Payson, 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 Payson 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 slightly 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 Payson Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 77.7°F (25.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 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 the least precipitation with 1 to 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Payson, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.6°F (28.1°C) and 43.8°F (6.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 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 Payson to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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