Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Grand Canyon in April
Grand Canyon warms up: highs climb to 74°F (24°C), from 67°F in March, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain.
At 96/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (15 mm)
- Humidity
- 40%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 96/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 74°F (24°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 45°F (7°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 40% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (15 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around April
April is one of Grand Canyon's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 74°F, up from 67°F in March.
- Comfort holds steady from March (94 → 96/100).
- April sits inside the Mar – May window our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes74°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 45°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Grand Canyon in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Rim Trail
Mostly paved path linking overlooks from Yavapai Point toward Hermits Rest.
Why now April scores 96/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bright Angel Trail
Classic switchback trail below the rim; turn around at the 1.5- or 3-mile resthouse.
Why now Highs near 74°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mather Point
First big overlook, a short walk from the main visitor center.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Desert View Watchtower
Mary Colter's 1932 stone tower at the east end, with wide views of the river.
El Tovar Dining Room
Historic 1905 lodge dining room steps from the rim.
Nearby in April
- Sedona in April~88 mi · highs 71°F, 0.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Zion in April~97 mi · highs 61°F, 1.0 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bryce Canyon in April~103 mi · highs 55°F, 0.6 in rain or snow · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in April~158 mi · highs 63°F, 0.8 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,837 m to Grand Canyon's ~1,015 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Grand Canyon in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Grand Canyon?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 96/100. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain. April is inside the Mar – May window our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends.
How hot is Grand Canyon in April?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Grand Canyon in April?
Not much: about 0.6 in (15 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.4 in (314 mm).
What should I pack for Grand Canyon in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (74°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 45°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Grand Canyon
Routes in season in April
- Grand Canyon & Arizona Mar – May
Planning Grand Canyon in April?
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