Geography of Saguaro National Park
Geography of Saguaro National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Saguaro National Park
Pima County is 12 mi to the south-east, Tucson is 12 mi to the south-east, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 93 mi to the north-west and Phoenix is 95 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 32°17′48.1″N 111°9′59.8″W (32.2967, -111.1666)
Quick facts about Saguaro National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Arizona |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 32°17′48.1″N 111°9′59.8″W (32.2967, -111.1666) |
| Established | 1994 |
| Known for | giant saguaro cactus forests |
| Local time | 7:14 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Saguaro National Park is a national park in Arizona. Saguaro National Park is a US national park known for giant saguaro cactus forests.
Right now it is 94°F (35°C) in Saguaro National Park with partly cloudy. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 80°F to 104°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Saguaro National Park is February, March, April and May. The climate is hot and arid. January, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 101°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 39°F.
The closest major airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), about 93 mi away. Nearby highlights include Slide Rock State Park and Petrified Forest National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 104°F is 4.1°F above the 100°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Saguaro National Park today at 8.7/10. Gusts to 37 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Saguaro National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 39° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 46° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 76° | 49° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 82° | 55° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 90° | 62° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 101° | 74° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 100° | 78° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 100° | 78° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 96° | 72° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 88° | 62° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 73° | 49° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 69° | 44° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Saguaro National Park?
Saguaro National Park is a national park in Arizona. Its coordinates are 32.2967, -111.1666. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Saguaro National Park right now?
It is currently 94°F (35°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 27% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Saguaro National Park?
February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Saguaro National Park, which has a hot and arid climate. January, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Saguaro National Park in?
Saguaro National Park observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 7:14 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Saguaro National Park?
The closest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 93 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Saguaro National Park?
Popular options include Slide Rock State Park and Petrified Forest National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 7:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
