Grand Canyon Forecast - Current Up To Date Weather
Grand Canyon Weather
The Weather at Grand Canyon National Park is quite diverse because you have a vast park spread out across multiple states with elevations below sea level and over 8,000 feet.
Grand Canyon Weather Forecast
Weather in Grand Canyon is usually split up into three regions, the highest area is the North Rim, the lowest is found in the Inner Canyon, and the South Rim's temperatures are usually in between the other two regions.
With average highs as much as 106° and low's around 16°, it is important that you are prepared for the Grand Canyon Weather.
Best Time To Visit Based On Grand Canyon Weather
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Certain areas of Grand Canyon National Park can be accessed year round with the spring and fall being the most popular times of the year for visitors.
North Rim Grand Canyon Weather By Month
Grand Canyon North Rim Weather | Average High / Low Temperatures |
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Grand Canyon In January | 37° / 16° |
Grand Canyon In February | 39° / 18° |
Grand Canyon In March | 44° / 21° |
Grand Canyon In April | 53° / 29° |
Grand Canyon In May | 62° / 34° |
Grand Canyon In June | 73° / 40° |
Grand Canyon In July | 77° / 46° |
Grand Canyon In August | 75° / 45° |
Grand Canyon In September | 69° / 39° |
Grand Canyon In October | 59° / 31° |
Grand Canyon In November | 46° / 24° |
Grand Canyon In December | 40° / 20° |
South Rim Grand Canyon Weather By Month
Grand Canyon South Rim Weather | Average High / Low Temperatures |
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Grand Canyon Weather In January | 41° / 18° |
Grand Canyon Weather In February | 45° / 21° |
Grand Canyon Weather In March | 51° / 25° |
Grand Canyon Weather In April | 60° / 32° |
Grand Canyon Weather In May | 70° / 39° |
Grand Canyon Weather In June | 81° / 47° |
Grand Canyon Weather In July | 84° / 54° |
Grand Canyon Weather In August | 82° / 53° |
Grand Canyon Weather In September | 76° / 47° |
Grand Canyon Weather In October | 65° / 36° |
Grand Canyon Weather In November | 52° / 27° |
Grand Canyon Weather In December | 43° / 20° |
Inner Canyon Grand Canyon Weather By Month
Grand Canyon Inner Canyon Weather | Average High / Low Temperatures |
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Grand Canyon Weather January | 56° / 36° |
Grand Canyon Weather February | 62° / 42° |
Grand Canyon Weather March | 71° / 48° |
Grand Canyon Weather April | 82° / 56° |
Grand Canyon Weather May | 92° / 63° |
Grand Canyon Weather June | 101° / 72° |
Grand Canyon Weather July | 106° / 78° |
Grand Canyon Weather August | 103° / 75° |
Grand Canyon Weather September | 97° / 69° |
Grand Canyon Weather October | 84° / 58° |
Grand Canyon Weather November | 68° / 46° |
Grand Canyon Weather December | 57° / 37° |
Weather in Grand Canyon during the peak season during the spring and fall is ideal for long hikes and outdoor camping.
While the inner canyon temperatures can be warm in the summer, river rafting down the Colorado River may be one of the greatest experiences of your life.
To help you decide when the best time to visit we’ve included a chart with the average high and low Grand Canyon temperature weather forecasts by month.
Grand Canyon Camping Info
The Grand Canyon has two campgrounds with one located on the North Rim and the other on the more popular South Rim.
This is a classic tale of two cities, the Capulets vs Montagues, with the large Mathers Campground representing the South Rim and the smaller North Rim Campground across the canyon.
While South Rim Camping at the Mathers Campground
With twelve campgrounds and over 2,000 campsites, Yellowstone is the largest campground in the United States.
With such a large number of camping opportunities it is no wonder that you can choose to stay in every conceivable type of location.
Below you will find details about camping at Grand Canyon, campgrounds, and the most common questions people ask about camping in Grand Canyon National Park.
Grand Canyon National Park Camping
How many Yellowstone campgrounds? Three
Mather Campground - Campsites: 327 Cost: $18 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
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North Rim Campground - Campsites: 90 Cost: $18 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Trailer Village RV Park - Campsites: 123 Cost: $49 - $59 Hookup: Yes Sewer: Yes
Do Grand Canyon camp sites have running water? Yes, both of the campgrounds have running water, flush toilets, and showers; Mather Campground (South Rim) and North Rim Campground
Can you have a fire in Grand Canyon? Yes, wood and charcoal fires are permitted in camp site provided fire rings. NO FIRES ARE PERMITTED anywhere else in the park.
How much does it cost to camp at Grand Canyon? $18 - $59 a night
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How much does it cost to backpack in Grand Canyon? $10 for the permit and $8 per person / per night for Backcountry Camping. You can obtain a permit by visiting one of the Grand Canyon visitor center.
What’s the deal with Grand Canyon camping reservations? All of the campgrounds take reservations and it is recommended you get them as much as 6 months in advance if you hope to get one. You can get reservations for Grand Canyon camping by calling Recreation.gov at 877-444-6777 or using their website.
Is Grand Canyon safe at night? Yes! Grand Canyon is safe to camp overnight or even explore in the dark (just be sure you know where the canyon edge is). The park is patrolled by GC Rangers 24/7 who are available if you get into trouble. Be sure to always carry appropriate clothes whether you are in the car, at camp, or on the trail.
What You Need to Know Before You Go!
Find out what you need to bring to be ready for your next National Park adventure.
Show up at the right places prepared with everything you need!
Grand Canyon National Park Map
Grand Canyon National Park spans over a hundred mile canyon that rises from sea level up to over 8,000 feet.
Whether you start with the more popular South Rim side or the North Rim you will want to get a map of Grand Canyon National Park.
Grand Canyon maps can be found for free at all of the visitor centers.
Or you can download your very own pdf Grand Canyon Map here.
Map Of Grand Canyon Map
Best Places To Stay AirBnB Grand Canyon Vs VRBO Grand Canyon
Whether you choose a traditional hotel, inn, AirBnB, or VRBO, the place will be quiet and nice.
Most of the accomodations in GCNP are a bit dated and rundown but it fits with the rustic charm of Grand Canyon.
Grand Canyon Hotels
Grand Canyon Inn
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Where to stay in Grand Canyon
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Things To Do In Grand Canyon
People often ask me, 'What To Do In Grand Canyon?'.
The answer depends on how much time that you have.
I would suggest you drive to the closest visitor center and start from there.
Keep in mind that 90% of the 5 million annual visitors go to the South Rim but if you have an extra 5 hours to drive around to the North Rim you won't be disappointed.
Grand Canyon Things To Do In No Particular Order:
Grand Canyon River Rafting
Things To Do At The South Rim
South Rim Village
South Rim Desert View Point
Grand Canyon Visitor Center
Rim Trail
Hermit Road
Yavapai Museum of Geology
Verkamps Visitor Center
Tusayan Ruin
Tusayan Museum
South Rim Mule Trips
The Canyon Vistas Ride
Grand Canyon Conservancy Field Institue
Whitewater Rafting Trips
Smoothwater Raftin Trips
Glen Canyon Dam
Grand Canyon Railway
Things To Do At The North Rim
(The North Rim Closes In The Winter)
North Rim Visitor Center
North Rim Ranger Program
North Rim Day Hike
Inner Canyon Mule Trip
Supai Tunnel
North Kaibab
Point Imperial
Cape Royal
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National Parks Near Me
To find the National Parks Near You check out our List of National Parks by State
Grand Canyon RV Camping
The most popular place for RV's is the Trailer Village RV Park located near the South Rim and open year round.
This is the only campground in the park with sewer, water, and hookups for RV's.
The RV Camping in Grand Canyon includes paved pull through camp site.
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How Far Is Grand Canyon To... (all references to Grand Canyon are for the South Rim unless otherwise noted)
las vegas to grand canyon 4 h 28 min (279.3 mi) via US-93 S and I-40 E
phoenix to grand canyon 3 h 41 min (228.4 mi) via I-17 N
flagstaff to grand canyon 1 h 57 min (104.8 mi) via US-89 N and AZ-64 W/Desert View
vegas to grand canyon 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
sedona to grand canyon 2 h 37 min (134.0 mi) via US-89 N and AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
grand canyon to las vegas 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon rim to rim 4 h 4 min (211.1 mi) via US-89A S and US-89 S
las vegas to grand canyon west rim 4 h 44 min (285.7 mi) via US-93 S and I-40 E
williams az to grand canyon 1 h 5 min (59.6 mi) via AZ-64 N
grand canyon to sedona 2 H 37 Min (134.0 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
san diego to grand canyon 8 h 44 min (552.7 mi) via I-40 E
grand canyon to phoenix 3 H 41 Min (228.4 Mi) Via I-17 N
rim to rim grand canyon 4 H 4 Min (211.1 Mi) Via US-89A S And US-89 S
las vegas to grand canyon South Rim 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
scottsdale to grand canyon 3 h 52 min (238.3 mi) via I-17 N
grand canyon to antelope 2 h 30 min (134.9 mi) via AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
canyon la to grand canyon 17 h 11 min (1,125.9 mi) via I-40 W
las vegas to grand canyon skywalk 2 h 15 min (128.0 mi) via US-93 S
grand canyon to vegas 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
denver to grand canyon 11 h 14 min (679.9 mi) via I-70 W
hoover dam to grand canyon 4 h 2 min (248.0 mi) via US-93 S and I-40 E
las vegas to grand canyon by car 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
tucson to grand canyon 5 h 49 min (361.2 mi) via I-10 W and I-17 N
grand canyon to flagstaff 1 H 57 Min (104.8 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View
rim to rim grand canyon hike 11 h 17 min (26.9 mi) via N Kaibab Trail and Bright Angel Trail
albuquerque to grand canyon 6 h 13 min (410.4 mi) via I-40 W
zion national park to grand canyon 4 h 8 min (238.9 mi) via US-89 S and US-89
antelope canyon to grand canyon 2 H 30 Min (134.9 Mi) Via AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
dallas to grand canyon 15 h 43 min (1,056.5 mi) via US-287 N and I-40 W
flagstaff az to grand canyon 1 H 57 Min (104.8 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View
salt lake city to grand canyon 8 h 32 min (521.0 mi) via I-15 S and US-89 S
phoenix airport to grand canyon 3 H 41 Min (228.4 Mi) Via I-17 N
sedona az to grand canyon 2 H 37 Min (134.0 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
vegas to grand canyon driving 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon rim to rim hike 11 H 17 Min (26.9 Mi) Via N Kaibab Trail And Bright Angel Trail
chicago to grand canyon 26 h (1,746.0 mi) via I-44 and I-40 W
zion to grand canyon 4 H 8 Min (238.9 Mi) Via US-89 S And US-89
page az to grand canyon 2 h 24 min (131.2 mi) via AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
distance from sedona to grand canyon
williams to grand canyon 1 H 5 Min (59.6 Mi) Via AZ-64 N
grand canyon to los angeles 7 h 46 min (491.1 mi) via I-40 E
grand canyon to hoover dam 4 H 2 Min (248.0 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon to zion national park 4 h 6 min (238.9 mi) via US-89 S and US-89
phoenix to the grand canyon 3 H 41 Min (228.4 Mi) Via I-17 N
las vegas to north rim grand canyon 4 h 39 min (265.3 mi) via I-15 N
grand canyon to yosemite 10 h 5 min (621.3 mi) via US-95 S
flagstaff arizona to grand canyon 1 H 57 Min (104.8 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View
rim to rim to rim grand canyon 8 H 8 Min (422.2 Mi) Via US-89A S And US-89 S
grand canyon to san diego 8 H 44 Min (552.7 Mi) Via I-40 E
phoenix az to grand canyon 3 H 41 Min (228.4 Mi) Via I-17 N
Distance from grand canyon to las vegas 4 H 2 Min (248.0 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon rim to rim to rim 8 H 8 Min (422.2 Mi) Via US-89A S And US-89 S
hiking the grand canyon rim to rim 11 H 17 Min (26.9 Mi) Via N Kaibab Trail And Bright Angel Trail
las vegas to south rim grand canyon 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon to zion 4 H 8 Min (238.9 Mi) Via US-89 S And US-89
prescott to grand canyon 2 h 16 min (128.3 mi) via AZ-89 N and AZ-64 N
grand canyon to bryce canyon 4 h 57 min (285.3 mi) via US-89 S and US-89
san antonio to grand canyon 16 h 57 min (1,122.5 mi) via I-40 W
flagstaff to grand canyon south rim 1 H 57 Min (104.8 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View
monument valley to grand canyon 2 h 59 min (174.5 mi) via US-160 W and AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
bryce canyon to grand canyon 4 h 57 min (285.3 mi) via US-89 S and US-89
houston to grand canyon 19 h 6 min (1,290.8 mi) via US-287 N and I-40 W
st george to grand canyon 4 h 45 min (269.9 mi) via US-89A S
yosemite to grand canyon 10 h 4 min (621.3 mi) via US-95 S
page to grand canyon 2 H 24 MiN (131.2 Mi) Via AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
day trip from las vegas to grand canyon (there and Back) 8 H 56 Min (546.4 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
phoenix arizona to grand canyon 3 H 41 Min (228.4 Mi) Via I-17 N
las vegas to grand canyon drive 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon to page az 2 H 24 MiN (131.2 Mi) Via AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
sedona to south rim grand canyon 2 H 37 Min (134.0 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
distance from scottsdale to grand canyon 3 H 52 Min (238.3 Mi) Via I-17 N
grand canyon to monument valley 2 h 59 min (174.5 mi) via US-160 W and AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
from las vegas to grand canyon 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
vegas to the grand canyon 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
grand canyon rim to rim run 11 H 17 Min (26.9 Mi) Via N Kaibab Trail And Bright Angel Trail
sedona to grand canyon south rim 2 H 37 Min (134.0 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
phoenix to grand canyon bus 3 H 41 Min (228.4 Mi) Via I-17 N
flagstaff airport to grand canyon 1 H 57 Min (104.8 Mi) Via US-89 N And AZ-64 W/Desert View
grand canyon to horseshoe bend 2 h 22 min (132.4 mi) via US-89 S and AZ-64 W/Desert View Dr
grand canyon to denver 11 H 14 Min (679.9 Mi) Via I-70 W
grand canyon to albuquerque 6 H 13 Min (410.4 Mi) Via I-40 W
how far is it from las vegas to the grand canyon 4 H 28 Min (279.3 Mi) Via US-93 S And I-40 E
colorado springs to grand canyon 11 h 45 min (786.6 mi) via I-25 S and I-40 W
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