Utah enjoys a distinct four-season climate. In summer the days are hot, with cool nights. In winter, the temperatures are low with snow in the north. The climate varies from north to south and from desert to mountain. Summer days are hot in the desert but temperatures drop dramatically at night.

Heavyweight clothing for the winter months and lightweights (cottons and linens) for the summer months. Travellers will need extra clothes when travelling in the mountains in summer or winter.