Great Basin · April · Nevada

Great Basin National Park in April

April is a fair month for Great Basin National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 51°F and lows 33°F, with about 1.62 inches of rain.

April is rated fair at Great Basin. Consider Jul–Sep instead.

Full park guideAll parks in April
RatingFair
CrowdsQuiet
Avg high / low51°F / 33°F
Rain1.62 in

What to expect

Honest take: April is not the month for Great Basin. Snow lingers at elevation into June. The valleys green up.

Local tip

Great Basin is remote, on 'The Loneliest Road in America' (US-50). Plan meals and fuel carefully.

Good to know

  • Best months overall: Jul–Sep.
  • Closest airport: Salt Lake City (SLC), about 4 hours.
  • Before you go: Lehman Caves tours are by ticket and often sell out in summer. Check current conditions on nps.gov.

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Questions

Is April a good time to visit Great Basin National Park?

April is a fair month for Great Basin National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 51°F and lows 33°F, with about 1.62 inches of rain.

What is the weather like in Great Basin National Park in April?

Highs average 51°F and lows 33°F, with about 1.62 inches of rain. Conditions are fair this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.

How crowded is Great Basin National Park in April?

April is one of the quietest months at Great Basin National Park.