Grand Canyon National Park in April
In April, Grand Canyon National Park averages a high of 61°F and a low of 29°F, with 0.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 2.8 inches of snowfall. About 466,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 13 hours 04 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 61° / 29°F
- Precipitation
- 0.6in
- Snow
- 2.8in
- Daylight
- 13h 4m
- Visitors
- 466,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
April is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with very busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Phantom Rch, AZ at 2,530 ft averages a April high of 81°F and a low of 52°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Grand Canyon NP 2, AZ, 19.6 miles from the park's center, 6,785 ft. Second station lower down: Phantom Rch, AZ, 2,530 ft, 18.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in April
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 73° / 44° | Very busy | Mild |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 54° / 29° | Busy | Cool |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 72° / 44° | Busy | Mild |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 81° / 55° | Very busy | Hot |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 65° / 39° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Grand Canyon National Park on nps.gov
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