Destination

Antelope Canyon

Arizona, United States

Best timeApr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Set inArizona, United States

In season~81°F high

Climate28–97°F

Nearest airportPGA

CurrencyUSD

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Antelope Canyon

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sunny share of daylightSep · 77%

WarmestJul · 97°F

WettestMar

Best windowApr–Jun & Sep–Oct

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Wave-like sandstone slot canyons where light beams pour through narrow walls.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

On foot

The classic way in is the Upper & Lower slot canyon tour. Nearest airport is PGA.

Pairs well with

Rainbow Bridge Dark Sky Sanctuary

Utah Scenic Byway 12

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Antelope Canyon?

The best time to visit Antelope Canyon is April–June & September–October, in Arizona, United States.

Where is Antelope Canyon?

Antelope Canyon is in Arizona, United States. The nearest major airport is PGA.

What is Antelope Canyon known for?

Wave-like sandstone slot canyons where light beams pour through narrow walls.

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