National park in Colorado

Current Local Time in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Current local time and time zone in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 75°F now🕔 12:31 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August and September

Current local time in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

12:31 AM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now6:31 AM
Sunrise6:33 AM
Sunset7:53 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:33 AM
Sunset7:53 PM
Daylight13h 20m
Solar noon1:13 PM
Golden hour (am)6:33 AM - 7:33 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:53 PM - 7:53 PM
Blue hour (am)6:03 AM - 6:33 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:53 PM - 8:23 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 92%
Moonrise6:45 PM
Moonset3:55 AM

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

Quick facts about Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

TypeNational park
StateColorado
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates38°34′31.4″N 107°44′29.8″W (38.5754, -107.7416)
Established1999
Known forsheer 600 metre canyon walls
Local time12:31 AM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August and September
ClimateSemi-arid

Summary

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a national park in Colorado. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a US national park known for sheer 600 metre canyon walls.

Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 66°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 23%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park 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 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 20°F.

The closest major airport is Denver International Airport (DEN), about 187 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hanging Lake, Arches National Park, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Mesa Verde National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 89°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 38°34′31.4″N 107°44′29.8″W (38.5754, -107.7416)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park?

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a national park in Colorado. Its coordinates are 38.5754, -107.7416. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park right now?

It is currently 75°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 39% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park?

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

What time zone is Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in?

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 12:31 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park?

The closest airports are Denver International Airport (DEN), 187 mi away and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 272 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park?

Popular options include Hanging Lake, Arches National Park, Mesa Verde (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mesa Verde National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park and Canyonlands National Park.

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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 August 25, 2026 at 12:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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