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UV index at Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
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- Low 0 to 2
- Moderate 3 to 5
- High 6 to 7
- Very high 8 to 10
- Extreme 11+
Hour-by-hour numbers
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The next few days
Each day’s UV curve and peak, drawn on the same scale so you can compare. The forecast reaches roughly four days ahead.
What to do today
About Bryce Canyon
Bryce Canyon combines open rim viewpoints with trails among the hoodoos. The park averages around 8,000 feet in elevation, according to the National Park Service. A cool breeze at a viewpoint can make a long stop feel comfortable even while you are spending time in direct sun.
What the forecast covers
The chart is centred near the main Bryce Amphitheater viewpoints. Treat it as an area forecast. It cannot tell you exactly when a hoodoo or canyon wall will put your section of trail in shade, and it is not a separate forecast for every point along the scenic drive.
Timing a rim walk
Check the protection window above before choosing when to walk the rim. An early start can put more of your walking outside the daily UV peak, but the return still counts. Leave room in your plan for photographs and stops at overlooks.
Below the rim
Going down into the amphitheater changes your angle to the sun and the shade around you. It also leaves a climb back out. Keep your hat and covering layers with you rather than leaving them in the car because the first part of the walk felt chilly.
Sun protection tips for Bryce Canyon National Park
- Pack sun protection with your warm layers.
- Use the current curve instead of judging exposure by the air temperature.
- Check park conditions before a below-rim hike, especially when snow or ice is present.
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Related guides
- When Is UV Strongest During the Day? Best Times to Hike
- What to Wear Hiking for Sun Protection: A Practical Guide
Local information: National Park Service high-altitude guidance.
UV forecasts are model estimates for the area and can differ from what you experience on the ground. This is general information about sun safety and isn’t medical advice. Last updated October 14, 2026.