Winter Weather Advisory · through Sat 11 AM
Winter Weather Advisory issued November 13 at 1:09AM MST until November 14 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Mountain forecast · 8,602 ft
Duck Creek Village Weather
The official forecast for the village — not the valley floor five thousand feet below it.
33° Snow
Duck Creek Village forecast — Today: snow, high near 45°F. Friday: snow, low near 28°F. This is the official NWS point forecast for the grid point covering the village, which sits at 8,602 ft on the Markagunt Plateau, about 200 ft above the inn (8,400 ft). Expect it to run 15–20°F cooler than St. George and the desert floor.
Next 24 hours
The week ahead
Today
45° 28°
Snow
81%
Sat
36° 19°
Snow
99%
Sun
41° 23°
Partly cloudy
Mon
40° 28°
Partly cloudy
38%
Tue
34° 20°
Snow
95%
Wed
33° 18°
Snow
23%
Thu
31° 17°
Snow
62%
Air, sun & sky
Air quality & smoke
38
Good US AQI · PM2.5 2.1 µg/m³
Clean mountain air — no smoke or haze worth mentioning.
Updated hourly. In fire season this is the smoke check before the drive up.
Sun today
7:09 AMSunrise
4:45 PMGolden hour
5:23 PMSunset
10 h 14 min of daylight at the village today.
Moon & dark skies
Waxing crescent 15% illuminated
Dark-sky window — a great stretch for stargazing at Cedar Breaks.
| Evening | Sunset | Golden hour | Moon | Stargazing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | 5:23 PM | 4:45 PM | 19% | Excellent |
| Sat | 5:22 PM | 4:44 PM | 28% | Good |
| Sun | 5:21 PM | 4:43 PM | 38% | Good |
| Mon | 5:20 PM | 4:42 PM | 48% | Good |
| Tue | 5:20 PM | 4:41 PM | 59% | Good |
| Wed | 5:19 PM | 4:41 PM | 69% | Bright moon |
| Thu | 5:19 PM | 4:40 PM | 78% | Bright moon |
Sun and moon times are computed for the village (Mountain Time) — no feed to go stale. Golden hour marks the sun dropping below 6° for that low, warm light photographers chase.
The full forecast, in words
The detailed wording below is provided live by the US National Weather Service (in English).
Today Snow · 45°F
Rain and snow likely between 11am and 5pm, then a slight chance of thunderstorms and rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy. High near 45, with temperatures falling to around 40 in the afternoon. South wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Friday Snow · 28°F
A slight chance of thunderstorms and rain and snow showers before 8pm, then rain and snow likely between 8pm and 11pm, then snow showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms between 11pm and 5am, then snow. Cloudy. Low around 28, with temperatures rising to around 31 overnight. South southwest wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.
Saturday Snow · 36°F
Snow before 11am. Mostly sunny. High near 36, with temperatures falling to around 33 in the afternoon. West wind 2 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.
Saturday Clear · 19°F
Mostly clear, with a low around 19. North northwest wind around 5 mph.
Sunday Partly cloudy · 41°F
Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. South wind around 3 mph.
Sunday Partly cloudy · 23°F
Partly cloudy, with a low around 23.
Monday Partly cloudy · 40°F
A chance of rain and snow after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 40.
Monday Snow · 28°F
A chance of rain and snow before 11pm, then a slight chance of thunderstorms and rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
Tuesday Snow · 34°F
A slight chance of thunderstorms and rain and snow showers before 5pm, then snow likely. Cloudy, with a high near 34. New snow accumulation of 5 to 9 inches possible.
Tuesday Snow · 20°F
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
Wednesday Snow · 33°F
A slight chance of snow. Mostly sunny, with a high near 33.
Wednesday Snow · 18°F
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
Thursday Snow · 31°F
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 31. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
Thursday Snow · 17°F
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 17. New snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible.
Reading mountain weather at 8,400 feet
Summer
Mornings are crisp, afternoons top out in the 70s while the desert bakes at 100°F+. In July and August the monsoon often builds midday clouds into hit-or-miss afternoon thunderstorms that clear by dinner — plan the big outings for morning.
Fall & spring
The swing seasons move fast: golden afternoons, hard-freeze nights, and the first or last snows can arrive with little warning. Watch the forecast the week of your trip, not the month before.
Winter
Storms here mean real snow — check the Snow Report and Road Conditions before the climb from Cedar City, and give the plows time to work after a warning. Our Duck Creek winter guide covers what the village is like once it settles, and the Brian Head snow report reads the resort’s federal snow station 1,400 ft higher.
Duck Creek Village climate, month by month
The forecast covers next week — this table covers the other fifty-one, built from NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals and a 47-year mountain snow record, adjusted to the village at 8,400 ft. Use it to pick your month; use the forecast above to pack.
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Precipitation | Snow on the ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F | 14°F | 2.9 in | ~21" |
| February | 38°F | 16°F | 3.3 in | ~30" |
| March | 45°F | 21°F | 2.7 in | ~29" |
| April | 52°F | 24°F | 1.6 in | ~16" |
| May | 62°F | 31°F | 1.2 in | ~6" |
| June | 74°F | 40°F | 0.6 in | — |
| July | 78°F | 47°F | 1.5 in | — |
| August | 76°F | 46°F | 2.0 in | — |
| September | 69°F | 39°F | 1.9 in | — |
| October | 56°F | 29°F | 2.3 in | — |
| November | 45°F | 21°F | 1.9 in | ~2" |
| December | 35°F | 14°F | 2.8 in | ~11" |
Temperatures are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals from the two stations that bracket the village by elevation — Alton (7,100 ft) below and Brian Head (9,770 ft) above — interpolated to 8,400 ft. Planning numbers, not forecasts.
Precipitation comes from the same NOAA normals for the Harris Flat (7,800 ft) and Midway Valley (9,830 ft) SNOTEL stations; snow depth is the monthly median from their NRCS record, which reaches back to 1979. The ~ marks values interpolated to the village between them.
Planning a winter stay? The Snow Report tracks live depth at both stations every day, and Road Conditions covers plows and chain-ups on the climb from Cedar City — the fireplace does the rest.
NWS updated Nov 13, 1:11 AM MST
Where this forecast comes from
This is the National Weather Service point forecast for the grid cell covering Duck Creek Village — centered at 8,602 ft, so it reflects mountain conditions rather than a valley reading. The page refreshes through the day, and alerts are re-checked on every visit. We run the inn here year-round; when in doubt about a winter drive, call us.
Duck Creek Village weather questions
What travelers ask us before they pack.
What is the weather like in Duck Creek Village, Utah?
Duck Creek Village sits at 8,400 ft on the Markagunt Plateau, so it runs far cooler than the southern Utah desert below it. July, the warmest month, typically reaches about 78°F in the afternoon and falls to 47°F overnight. January is the coldest, with highs near 36°F and nights around 14°F, and snow usually covers the ground from December into March. Summer afternoons bring monsoon thunderstorms that build around midday and clear by evening. The live forecast at the top of this page is the official National Weather Service reading for the village itself, not the valley floor.
How much cooler is Duck Creek Village than St. George or Cedar City?
Duck Creek Village sits at ~8,400 ft, roughly 5,600 ft above St. George — figure 15–20°F cooler here on a typical day, and about 10°F cooler than Cedar City. Summer afternoons in the 70s here can be 100°F+ on the desert floor.
Does it really storm every summer afternoon?
In July and August the monsoon pattern often builds clouds around midday with hit-or-miss thunderstorms in the afternoon, then clears by evening. Plan hikes and rides for mornings, keep an eye on the sky after noon, and never wait out lightning on an exposed ridge.
What should I pack for Duck Creek Village weather?
Layers, always: mornings can be 30–40°F cooler than the afternoon. Summer — sun protection plus a rain shell. Fall and spring — a real jacket and a warm hat. Winter — full winter gear, and check the snow report and road conditions before the drive up.
Is there wildfire smoke at Duck Creek Village or Bryce right now?
This page shows the current air-quality index for the village, updated hourly. In fire season (roughly July–September) regional wildfires can push haze onto the plateau for a few days at a time; an AQI under 50 means clean mountain air, and the reading here is the honest check before you commit to the drive.
What time is sunset at Duck Creek Village?
Sunset swings from about 5:10 PM in late December to nearly 9 PM at midsummer. Tonight it's 5:23 PM, with golden light starting around 4:45 PM — this page computes the exact times fresh every day.
When does it start snowing at Duck Creek Village?
First measurable snow typically arrives between mid-October (higher terrain) and mid-November (lower). Our live snow report tracks depth from two sensor stations that bracket the village, updated daily.
How much snow does Duck Creek Village get in winter?
A typical winter drops about 71" of new snow at the Harris Flat station (7,800 ft, just below the village) and about 197" at Midway Valley (9,830 ft, above it) — Duck Creek Village at 8,400 ft lands between the two. The snowpack peaks in February and March, when the village typically has around 30" settled on the ground.
What are summer temperatures like in Duck Creek Village?
July, the warmest month, typically reaches about 78°F in the afternoon and cools to around 47°F overnight (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, adjusted to the village at 8,400 ft). June and September run a few degrees cooler — blanket-at-night weather all summer while the desert below swelters.
How cold is winter in Duck Creek Village?
January is the coldest month, with typical highs near 36°F and nights around 14°F. Snow usually covers the village from December through March, so plan on real winter: snow tires or chains for the drive up, and a look at the road conditions page before you climb.
When does the snow melt in Duck Creek Village?
At the lower station (7,800 ft) the snowpack typically melts off in early April; at Midway Valley (9,830 ft) it holds into late May. Around the village, open ground spreads through April and the last shaded drifts linger into May — trails run muddy during melt-out and firm up by June.
Related guides
Snow Report
Live snow depth and the 48-year record for Duck Creek Village, from two SNOTEL stations minutes away.
See pageRoad Conditions
Live SR-14 cameras, current mountain weather, and closure detours before you drive up.
See pageLive Webcams & Road Cams
17 live UDOT road cameras on SR-14, Brian Head, and the park drives, plus Zion and Bryce webcams.
See pageSnow Report & Weather
Live snow depth from the SNOTEL station on the mountain, the NWS forecast for Brian Head, and fifteen seasons of data on when the snow is actually deep
See snow report & weatherWinter Activities
Deer Hollow Winter Recreation Area, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and winter scenery around Duck Creek Village
See winter activitiesBest Time to Visit
Choose your season for hiking, foliage, snow, or quiet mountain air
Plan thisNext steps
Whatever the Forecast, the Porch Is Covered
Book direct at Duck Creek Village Inn and let the mountain do its thing — coffee inside, storms outside.