The best times to visit Sundance for ideal weather are

June 4th 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 Sundance Travel Info

Weather in Sundance

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sundance vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th 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 Sundance, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 91.3°F (32.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 51.3°F (10.7°C) at night.

Sundance Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sundance 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.

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Sundance Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sundance 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 32.2 19.1 8.8
Feb 42 28.1 17.7
Mar 55.2 38 24.9
Apr 59.6 43.3 29.6
May 68 50.8 35.6
Jun 83.8 62.9 43
Jul 89.6 69.1 50.7
Aug 85.5 65.7 49.4
Sep 78.8 58.5 42
Oct 64.5 45.9 32.3
Nov 47.3 32.7 22.1
Dec 35.5 25 16.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.1 -7.2 -12.9
Feb 5.6 -2.2 -7.9
Mar 12.9 3.3 -3.9
Apr 15.3 6.3 -1.3
May 20 10.4 2
Jun 28.8 17.2 6.1
Jul 32 20.6 10.4
Aug 29.7 18.7 9.7
Sep 26 14.7 5.6
Oct 18.1 7.7 0.2
Nov 8.5 0.4 -5.5
Dec 1.9 -3.9 -8.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sundance are June, January, and then August. 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 late February and early March with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Sundance? 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 Sundance.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sundance (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 7% 0 0.8
Feb 14% 0 1.3
Mar 10% 0 1
Apr 20% 0 1.3
May 14% 0 1.3
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 11% 0 1.2
Aug 8% 0 0.9
Sep 13% 0 1.2
Oct 16% 0 1.6
Nov 11% 0 1.3
Dec 14% 0 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 2
Feb 14 0 3.3
Mar 10 0 2.5
Apr 20 0 3.3
May 14 0 3.3
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 11 0 3
Aug 8 0 2.3
Sep 13 0 3
Oct 16 0 4.1
Nov 11 0 3.3
Dec 14 0 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Sundance has some humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (28.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (69.7%).

Wind in Sundance is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 5.1 knots (5.9 MPH or 9.5 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 September where average top sustained speeds reach 17.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 1.5 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 3 Barely noticeable 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 3.5 Barely noticeable 14.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 16.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.9 Barely noticeable 14.7 Significant breeze
Jul 3.4 Barely noticeable 14 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 15 Significant breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 14.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.8 Barely noticeable 12.9 Significant breeze
Nov 2.9 Barely noticeable 11.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.2 Barely noticeable 10 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.9%
Feb 55.7%
Mar 44%
Apr 39%
May 39.6%
Jun 28.3%
Jul 31.2%
Aug 37.1%
Sep 37.6%
Oct 46.8%
Nov 55.7%
Dec 69.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sundance?

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 Sundance, 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 Sundance 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 Sundance Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76.4°F (24.7°C) and 43.1°F (6.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 6 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 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Sundance, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.2°F (27.9°C) and 43.1°F (6.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 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 Sundance to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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