National park in New Mexico

Current Local Time in Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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

🌙 69°F now🕔 8:54 AM local📅 Best: March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October

Current local time in Carlsbad Caverns National Park

8:54 AM
Friday, September 18, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Denver
UTC offsetUTC-06:00
UTC now2:54 PM
Sunrise6:44 AM
Sunset7:00 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:44 AM
Sunset7:00 PM
Daylight12h 16m
Solar noon12:52 PM
Golden hour (am)6:44 AM - 7:44 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Blue hour (am)6:14 AM - 6:44 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 42%
Moonrise2:05 PM
Moonset11:55 PM

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

Quick facts about Carlsbad Caverns National Park

TypeNational park
StateNew Mexico
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates32°8′52.4″N 104°33′24.1″W (32.1479, -104.5567)
Established1930
Known forhuge limestone caves and bat flights
Local time8:54 AM (UTC-06:00)
Best monthsMarch, April, May, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateSemi-arid

Summary

Carlsbad Caverns National Park is a national park in New Mexico. Carlsbad Caverns National Park is a US national park known for huge limestone caves and bat flights.

Right now it is 69°F (21°C) in Carlsbad Caverns National Park with clear. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 64°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 17%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park is March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 29°F.

Nearby highlights include Guadalupe Mountains National Park, White Sands National Park, Rio Grande and Big Bend National Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 86°F is 5°F above the 81°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Carlsbad Caverns National Park today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 32°8′52.4″N 104°33′24.1″W (32.1479, -104.5567)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Carlsbad Caverns National Park?

Carlsbad Caverns National Park is a national park in New Mexico. Its coordinates are 32.1479, -104.5567. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Carlsbad Caverns National Park right now?

It is currently 69°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 51% and wind is 14 mph.

When is the best time to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park?

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

What time zone is Carlsbad Caverns National Park in?

Carlsbad Caverns National Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 8:54 AM.

What are the top things to do in Carlsbad Caverns National Park?

Popular options include Guadalupe Mountains National Park, White Sands National Park, Rio Grande and Big Bend 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 September 18, 2026 at 8:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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