Horseshoe Bend Travel Guide
Horseshoe Bend travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Horseshoe Bend is a tourist attraction in Arizona. Horseshoe Bend is a landmark known for a meander of the Colorado River.
Right now it is 95°F (35°C) in Horseshoe Bend with overcast. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 75°F to 101°F. Chance of precipitation is 5%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Horseshoe Bend is April, May, June, August, 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 98°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 210 mi away. Nearby highlights include Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon National Park and Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 101°F is 6.3°F above the 95°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 Horseshoe Bend today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Horseshoe Bend
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Coordinates: 36°52′44.8″N 111°30′37.4″W (36.8791, -111.5104)
Weather in Horseshoe Bend right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:26 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 101° / 75°
Overcast · 5% rain · wind 21 mph
🌦️ 97° / 75°
Light rain · 14% rain · wind 32 mph
Quick facts about Horseshoe Bend
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| State | Arizona |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°52′44.8″N 111°30′37.4″W (36.8791, -111.5104) |
| Known for | a meander of the Colorado River |
| Local time | 9:26 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, August, September and October |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Things to do in Horseshoe Bend
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Horseshoe Bend.
Best time to visit Horseshoe Bend
Go in April, May, June, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Horseshoe Bend
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Reid International Airport | LAS | 210 mi | Las Vegas |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | PHX | 240 mi | Phoenix |
| Salt Lake City International Airport | SLC | 271 mi | Salt Lake City |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Horseshoe Bend?
Horseshoe Bend is a tourist attraction in Arizona. Its coordinates are 36.8791, -111.5104. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Horseshoe Bend right now?
It is currently 95°F (35°C) with overcast. Humidity is 13% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Horseshoe Bend?
April, May, June, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Horseshoe Bend, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Horseshoe Bend in?
Horseshoe Bend observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 9:26 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Horseshoe Bend?
The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 210 mi away, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 240 mi away and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 271 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Horseshoe Bend?
Popular options include Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Colorado River and Grand Canyon 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 23, 2026 at 9:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
