Water Temperature of the Colorado River in Lees Ferry, AZ
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Measurement Time: Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:00 AM MST
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Station Name: COLORADO RIVER AT LEES FERRY, AZ
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 3,140 feet / 957 meters
Nearest Address:
Lees Ferry, AZ 86036
Coconino County
GPS Coordinates: 36.8643333, -111.5878722
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Weather for Lees Ferry, Arizona
Current Weather

Humidity: 14%
Feels Like: 98.2°F
Wind: NE 2.9 mph
Wind Gusts: 3.9 mph
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 0%
Visibility: 9 mi
UV Index: 8.8
Five Day Weather Forecast

Fri
H: 101°F
L: 68°F

Sat
H: 100°F
L: 67°F

Sun
H: 96°F
L: 69°F

Mon
H: 93°F
L: 73°F

Tue
H: 88°F
L: 76°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.68 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.34 μg/m3
Ozone: 118 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:29 AM
Sunset: 7:08 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 19 mins
Moon Transit: 12:10 AM
Moonset: 7:06 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:05 PM - 11:35 PM11:40 AM - 2:10 PM
Minor Periods
6:36 PM - 8:06 PM4:35 AM - 6:05 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 22 at 2:41AM MDT until August 22 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Effective: Fri August 22, 2025, 1:41 AM
Expires: Fri August 22, 2025, 4:45 PM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 109 expected. Overnight temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s will prolong heat stress to those without proper cooling. * WHERE...Lower Washington County and Zion National Park. * WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 22 at 2:41AM MDT until August 22 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Effective: Fri August 22, 2025, 1:41 AM
Expires: Fri August 22, 2025, 4:45 PM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 109 expected. Overnight temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s will prolong heat stress to those without proper cooling. * WHERE...Lower Washington County and Zion National Park. * WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 84°F
Average Humidity: 32%
Wind: 25.1 mph
UV Index: 2.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.61 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.45 μg/m3
Ozone: 89.6 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:29 AM
Sunset: 7:08 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 19 mins
Moon Transit: 12:10 AM
Moonset: 7:06 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.0%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:05 PM - 11:35 PM11:40 AM - 2:10 PM
Minor Periods
6:36 PM - 8:06 PM4:35 AM - 6:05 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 82.4°F
Average Humidity: 39%
Wind: 11.9 mph
UV Index: 2.5
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.62 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.38 μg/m3
Ozone: 104.2 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:28 AM
Sunset: 7:07 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 16 mins
Moon Transit: 12:56 AM
Moonset: 7:31 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM12:26 AM - 2:56 PM
Minor Periods
7:01 PM - 8:31 PM5:41 AM - 7:11 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 83°F
Average Humidity: 44%
Wind: 19.2 mph
UV Index: 2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.09 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.32 μg/m3
Ozone: 101.56 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:28 AM
Sunset: 7:05 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 14 mins
Moon Transit: 1:39 PM
Moonset: 7:54 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:09 PM - 3:39 PM
Minor Periods
7:24 PM - 8:54 PM6:44 AM - 8:14 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 82.1°F
Average Humidity: 37%
Wind: 15.4 mph
UV Index: 2.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.85 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.23 μg/m3
Ozone: 100.16 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:28 AM
Sunset: 7:04 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 12 mins
Moon Transit: 2:20 PM
Moonset: 8:17 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:50 PM - 4:20 PM
Minor Periods
7:47 PM - 9:17 PM7:45 AM - 9:15 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 81.2°F
Average Humidity: 39%
Wind: 17 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.99 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.22 μg/m3
Ozone: 88.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:28 AM
Sunset: 7:03 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 10 mins
Moon Transit: 3:00 PM
Moonset: 8:39 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 6.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Minor Periods
8:09 PM - 9:39 PM8:44 AM - 10:14 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5