Utah Golf Weather
Northern Utah plays April–November. St. George (south) plays year-round with Arizona-style winters. Elevation effect on ball flight is real (4,000–6,000 ft for most courses).
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Best weather window
June, August, July, September
Based on typical conditions near Salt Lake City. This is a climate planning guide, not a forecast for every part of Utah.
Utah golf weather by month
Typical climate near Salt Lake City, the largest golf-city cluster in Stymie's Utah directory, paired with estimated course-season availability statewide.
| Month | Golf outlook | Typical temp | Est. dew point | Rain | Wind | Est. courses open* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Limited | 25°F | 20°F | 2.2" | 6 mph | 44 |
| February | Limited | 29°F | 21°F | 1.8" | 6 mph | 50 |
| March | Limited | 38°F | 27°F | 2.1" | 7 mph | 126 |
| April | Mixed | 45°F | 31°F | 2.5" | 7 mph | 149 |
| May | Playable | 55°F | 37°F | 2.1" | 7 mph | 149 |
| June | Best | 67°F | 43°F | 1.1" | 7 mph | 149 |
| July | Best | 76°F | 48°F | 0.7" | 6 mph | 149 |
| August | Best | 74°F | 45°F | 1" | 6 mph | 149 |
| September | Best | 64°F | 39°F | 1.5" | 6 mph | 149 |
| October | Playable | 49°F | 31°F | 1.7" | 6 mph | 149 |
| November | Limited | 37°F | 25°F | 1.8" | 6 mph | 132 |
| December | Limited | 25°F | 19°F | 2.7" | 6 mph | 62 |
Climate values are NASA POWER 2001–2020 climatology at a representative golf-city point; dew point is estimated from typical temperature and relative humidity. Method and source. *Estimated open uses the published-course monthly open rate across Utah's eligible course directory.
Top Utah golf cities — pick one for the local forecast
Salt Lake City
Forecast · 13 courses
Park City
Forecast · 10 courses
St. George
Forecast · 9 courses
Ogden
Forecast · 6 courses
Hurricane
Forecast · 6 courses
West Valley City
Forecast · 5 courses
Midway
Forecast · 4 courses
Sandy
Forecast · 4 courses
Layton
Forecast · 4 courses
Provo
Forecast · 4 courses
Hideout
Forecast · 3 courses
Riverdale
Forecast · 3 courses
Utah golf weather — frequently asked
When is the best time to play golf in Utah?
June, August, July, September score highest in Stymie's 12-month planning model near Salt Lake City. The model combines NASA POWER typical temperature, estimated dew point, precipitation, and wind; conditions vary across Utah, so use the city forecast before booking.
What dew point is comfortable for golf in Utah?
Dew points under 60°F are generally comfortable for golf. Below 50°F feels dry and crisp. Above 70°F, wet grips, heat stress, and dehydration matter more, although humid air itself is slightly less dense and does not make the ball fly shorter.
How does altitude affect golf in Utah?
Yes — Utah courses sit at elevation. The ball flies roughly 8–10% farther for every 5,000 ft of altitude because air density drops. A 250-yd sea-level driver becomes ~270 yds at Denver elevation.
Where can I check weather for a specific Utah golf course?
Open the course on Stymie's directory and use the weather card on the right side of the course page — it links to a course-specific forecast at /weather?course={course-slug}. Or pick a city below for an area-wide read.