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Grand Canyon in June
Grand Canyon sees its driest month, with just 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain, highs of 98°F (37°C) and lows of 66°F (19°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 62/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 98°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (7 mm)
- Humidity
- 23%
- Cloud cover
- 26%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What June feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 98°F (37°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 66°F (19°C), about 18°C (32°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 23% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.3 in (7 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 26%.
Plan around June
June sits mid-table; the best months are March – May and October & November.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: July brings 1.8 in (45 mm).
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 26 min of daylight.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 7°C (13°F) from May.
- Comfort slips from 88/100 in May to 62/100.
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes98°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 66°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 June
Afternoons run hot (98°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Mather Point
First big overlook, a short walk from the main visitor center.
Why now June scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Desert View Watchtower
Mary Colter's 1932 stone tower at the east end, with wide views of the river.
Why now Highs near 98°F and 0.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rim Trail
Mostly paved path linking overlooks from Yavapai Point toward Hermits Rest.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
El Tovar Dining Room
Historic 1905 lodge dining room steps from the rim.
Why now A break from 98°F afternoons.
Arizona Steakhouse
Southwestern steakhouse at Bright Angel Lodge with big canyon windows.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 98°F.
Nearby in June
- Sedona in June~88 mi · highs 93°F, 0.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Zion in June~97 mi · highs 85°F, 0.3 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bryce Canyon in June~103 mi · highs 79°F, 0.3 in rain · 10°C (19°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Capitol Reef in June~158 mi · highs 88°F, 0.4 in rain · 6°C (10°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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Grand Canyon?
It's middling, scoring 62/100. The best months are March – May and October & November, at up to 99. Expect highs of 98°F (37°C) and 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Grand Canyon in June?
Average highs are 98°F (37°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Grand Canyon in June?
Not much: about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.4 in (314 mm).
What should I pack for Grand Canyon in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (98°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 66°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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