National park in Arizona

Current Local Time in Grand Canyon National Park

Current local time and time zone in Grand Canyon National Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 91°F now🕔 8:50 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, September and October

Current local time in Grand Canyon National Park

8:50 PM
Friday, September 18, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Phoenix
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now3:50 AM
Sunrise6:13 AM
Sunset6:30 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:13 AM
Sunset6:30 PM
Daylight12h 17m
Solar noon12:21 PM
Golden hour (am)6:13 AM - 7:13 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Blue hour (am)5:43 AM - 6:13 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 42%
Moonrise1:45 PM
Moonset11:15 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Grand Canyon National Park

TypeNational park
StateArizona
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates36°6′24.8″N 112°6′46.4″W (36.1069, -112.1129)
Established1919
Known fora mile-deep canyon carved by the Colorado
Local time8:50 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, September and October
ClimateSemi-arid

Summary

Grand Canyon National Park is a national park in Arizona. Grand Canyon National Park is a US national park known for a mile-deep canyon carved by the Colorado.

Right now it is 91°F (33°C) in Grand Canyon National Park with clear sky. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 69°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Grand Canyon National Park 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 Colorado River, Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Havasu Falls and Horseshoe Bend.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 94°F is 3.6°F above the 90°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. swimming is the strongest bet in Grand Canyon National Park today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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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 Grand Canyon National Park?

Grand Canyon National Park is a national park in Arizona. Its coordinates are 36.1069, -112.1129. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Grand Canyon National Park right now?

It is currently 91°F (33°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 17% and wind is 13 mph.

When is the best time to visit Grand Canyon National Park?

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

What time zone is Grand Canyon National Park in?

Grand Canyon National Park observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 8:50 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Grand Canyon National Park?

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 Grand Canyon National Park?

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

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 September 18, 2026 at 8:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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