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Best Time to Visit Sand Hollow, Month by Month
The best time to visit Sand Hollow depends on what you want to do. Come in summer for warm water and jet skis, come in the cooler months to ride the dunes, or come in late spring or early fall to do both in one trip.
Planning a Sand Hollow day? We bring UTVs, ATVs, Sea-Doo jet skis and surf boats right to the park, so there is nothing to tow. Open every day, 7am to 10pm.
The short answer
- For swimming, jet skis and boats: June through September, when the water is warmest.
- For riding Sand Mountain: October through April, when the air is cool enough to ride all day.
- For both in one trip: May and late September into October. Ride the dunes in the morning and hit the water in the afternoon.
Sand Hollow month by month
| Month | Average high | Water | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | mid 50s °F | 40s °F | Dune riding and quiet trails |
| February | about 60 °F | 40s to 50s °F | Riding on sunny, mild days |
| March | upper 60s °F | 50s °F | Riding; spring break crowds |
| April | mid to upper 70s °F | 60s °F | Riding and the first warm afternoons; Easter weekend is very busy |
| May | mid 80s °F | 70s °F | The split day: dunes in the morning, water in the afternoon |
| June | mid 90s °F | upper 70s to 80s °F | Water days; ride at sunrise |
| July | 100 °F and up | 80s °F | Water; start early and watch for afternoon storms |
| August | about 100 °F | 80s °F | Water; afternoon storms possible |
| September | low 90s °F | upper 70s to 80s °F | The best all-around month |
| October | upper 70s °F | 60s to 70s °F | Riding, plus jet skis on warm days |
| November | mid 60s °F | 50s to 60s °F | Riding with small crowds |
| December | mid 50s °F | 40s to 50s °F | Riding over the holidays |
Temperatures are rough averages for the St. George and Hurricane area. Water temperatures are approximate and change with the weather.
Summer: go early
From June to August, afternoon highs often pass 100 °F. Plan rides for sunrise or evening, keep the middle of the day for the water, and bring more water than you think you need. July and August can bring sudden afternoon thunderstorms, so keep an eye on the sky. Our sunset and night ATV tours are a cool way to ride in summer.
Spring and fall: the sweet spot
Mild days make spring and fall the most comfortable time to ride, and late May and September give you warm water too. These are also the busiest riding seasons, especially spring break, Easter weekend and fall holidays, so book side-by-sides and jet skis early.
Winter: dunes to yourself
Winter days in Southern Utah are often sunny and in the 50s or 60s, which is great riding weather. The water is too cold for swimming, but the dunes, slickrock and trails like the West Rim Trail are at their quietest.
See our rental rates, and plan the rest of your trip with the Sand Hollow State Park guide and swimming and beach guide.