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Current Local Time in Colorado River

Current local time and time zone in Colorado River, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 87°F now🕔 8:42 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, September and October

Current local time in Colorado River

8:42 PM
Monday, August 24, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Phoenix
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now3:42 AM
Sunrise5:54 AM
Sunset7:07 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:54 AM
Sunset7:07 PM
Daylight13h 13m
Solar noon12:30 PM
Golden hour (am)5:54 AM - 6:54 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:07 PM - 7:07 PM
Blue hour (am)5:24 AM - 5:54 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:07 PM - 7:37 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 86%
Moonrise5:15 PM
Moonset2:25 AM

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Quick facts about Colorado River

TypeRiver
StateArizona
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates36°6′24.8″N 112°6′46.4″W (36.1069, -112.1129)
Length1.448 mi
Known forthe river that carved the Grand Canyon
Local time8:42 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, September and October
ClimateSemi-arid

Summary

Colorado River is a river in Arizona. Colorado River is a river known as the river that carved the Grand Canyon.

Right now it is 87°F (31°C) in Colorado River with overcast. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 72°F to 96°F. Chance of precipitation is 16%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Colorado River is April, May, June, September and October. 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 101°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.

The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 170 mi away. Nearby highlights include Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Grand Canyon National Park, Havasu Falls and Horseshoe Bend.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 96°F is in line with the 97°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 Colorado River today at 8.8/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 36°6′24.8″N 112°6′46.4″W (36.1069, -112.1129)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Colorado River?

Colorado River is a river in Arizona. Its coordinates are 36.1069, -112.1129. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Colorado River right now?

It is currently 87°F (31°C) with overcast. Humidity is 29% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit Colorado River?

April, May, June, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Colorado River, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Colorado River in?

Colorado River observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:42 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Colorado River?

The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 170 mi away and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 185 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Colorado River?

Popular options include Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Grand Canyon National Park, Havasu Falls, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon and Lake Powell.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 8:42 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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