Geography of Monument Valley
Geography of Monument Valley: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Monument Valley
San Juan County is 46 mi to the north, Lake Powell is 63 mi to the west, Antelope Canyon is 71 mi to the west and Horseshoe Bend is 78 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 36°59′52.8″N 110°5′54.6″W (36.998, -110.0985)
Quick facts about Monument Valley
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°59′52.8″N 110°5′54.6″W (36.998, -110.0985) |
| Known for | sandstone buttes on the Navajo Nation |
| Local time | 7:40 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Summary
Monument Valley is a tourist attraction in Utah. Monument Valley is a landmark known for sandstone buttes on the Navajo Nation.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Monument Valley with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 65°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 24%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Monument Valley is 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 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 24°F.
The closest major airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), about 269 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Monument Valley today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Monument Valley 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 | 41° | 24° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 52° | 31° | 0,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 38° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 68° | 42° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 77° | 51° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 91° | 65° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 94° | 69° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 67° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 57° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 69° | 47° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 32° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 27° | 0,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Monument Valley?
Monument Valley is a tourist attraction in Utah. Its coordinates are 36.998, -110.0985. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Monument Valley right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 39% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Monument Valley?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Monument Valley, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Monument Valley in?
Monument Valley observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 7:40 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Monument Valley?
The closest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 269 mi away, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 281 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 288 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Monument Valley?
Popular options include Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mesa Verde National Park and Canyonlands National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 7:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
