Geography of Grand County
Geography of Grand County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Grand County
Moab is 0 mi to the north, Arches National Park is 11 mi to the north, Dead Horse Point State Park is 12 mi to the south-west and Canyonlands National Park is 25 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 38°34′23.9″N 109°32′59.3″W (38.5733, -109.5498)
Quick facts about Grand County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°34′23.9″N 109°32′59.3″W (38.5733, -109.5498) |
| Population | 9.600 |
| Local time | 10:39 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Summary
Grand County is a county in Utah. Grand County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 9.600.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Grand County with partly cloudy. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 68°F to 98°F. Chance of precipitation is 15%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Grand County is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 99°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 200 mi away. Nearby highlights include Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park and Goblin Valley State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 98°F is 3.1°F above the 95°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. family time is the strongest bet in Grand County today at 9/10. Gusts to 32 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 Grand County 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 | 43° | 26° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 53° | 32° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 65° | 40° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 71° | 45° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 80° | 53° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 95° | 67° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 99° | 72° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 95° | 70° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 86° | 61° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 72° | 48° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 55° | 34° | 1,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 28° | 0,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Grand County?
Grand County is a county in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.5733, -109.5498. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Grand County right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 31% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Grand County?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Grand County, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Grand County in?
Grand County observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 10:39 AM.
How many people live in Grand County?
Grand County has a population of approximately 9.600.
What is the nearest airport to Grand County?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 200 mi away and Denver International Airport (DEN), 276 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Grand County?
Popular options include Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - 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 24, 2026 at 10:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
