Water Temperature of the Colorado River in Lees Ferry, AZ
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 10:00 PM MST
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Local Points of Interest
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area; Marble Canyon, AZStation Name: COLORADO RIVER AT LEES FERRY, AZ
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 3,140 feet
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

Five Day Weather Forecast

Thu
H: 100°F
L: 73°F

Fri
H: 101°F
L: 82°F

Sat
H: 104°F
L: 80°F

Sun
H: 104°F
L: 83°F

Mon
H: 102°F
L: 82°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.8 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.2 μg/m3
Ozone: 26 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 7:40 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 16 mins
Moon Transit: 8:09 PM
Moonset: 12:16 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 66.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:16 AM - 6:46 AM7:39 PM - 10:09 PM
Minor Periods
2:52 PM - 4:22 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 23 at 1:45AM MST until July 26 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Effective: Thu July 23, 2026, 1:45 AM
Expires: Fri July 24, 2026, 5:00 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions, with daytime temperatures 105 to 110 expected. * WHERE...Marble and Glen Canyons. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ Friday to 8 PM MST /9 PM MDT/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related illnesses without effective cooling or adequate hydration, especially with prolonged outdoor exposure.
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 action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 23 at 1:45AM MST until July 26 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Effective: Thu July 23, 2026, 1:45 AM
Expires: Fri July 24, 2026, 5:00 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions expected below 4000 feet, with daytime temperatures around 105 degrees at Havasupai Gardens, and 112 to 114 degrees at Phantom Ranch. * WHERE...Lower elevations of the Grand Canyon. * WHEN...From 10 AM Friday to 8 PM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related illnesses without effective cooling or adequate hydration, especially with prolonged outdoor exposure.
This warning is reserved for only the hottest days of the year and is issued when temperatures are expected to rise to dangerous levels. Day hikers on Bright Angel Trail should descend no farther than 1 1/2 miles from the upper trailhead. Between the hours of 10 AM and 4 PM, hikers should be out of the canyon or at Havasupai Gardens or Bright Angel campgrounds, physical activity is discouraged. All hikers should have adequate gear, including a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, salty snacks, sufficient water, and electrolyte mix. Doubling your calorie intake helps maintain your energy. Hike smart. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.56 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.28 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.13 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 7:40 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 16 mins
Moon Transit: 8:09 PM
Moonset: 12:16 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 66.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:16 AM - 6:46 AM7:39 PM - 10:09 PM
Minor Periods
2:52 PM - 4:22 PM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.25 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.28 μg/m3
Ozone: 74.71 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 7:40 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 14 mins
Moon Transit: 9:00 PM
Moonset: 12:53 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 76.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:05 AM - 7:35 AM8:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor Periods
3:52 PM - 5:22 PM12:23 AM - 1:53 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.42 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.22 μg/m3
Ozone: 66.96 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 7:39 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 13 mins
Moon Transit: 9:50 PM
Moonset: 1:35 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 85.2%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:56 AM - 8:26 AM9:20 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor Periods
4:46 PM - 6:16 PM1:05 AM - 2:35 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.31 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.3 μg/m3
Ozone: 64.88 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 7:38 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 11 mins
Moon Transit: 10:42 PM
Moonset: 2:26 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 92.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:47 AM - 9:17 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
5:36 PM - 7:06 PM1:56 AM - 3:26 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.85 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.22 μg/m3
Ozone: 34.17 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:32 AM
Sunset: 7:37 PM
Daylight: 14 hrs 9 mins
Moon Transit: 11:32 PM
Moonset: 3:21 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 97.2%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
7:38 AM - 10:08 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
6:19 PM - 7:49 PM2:51 AM - 4:21 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
