Visiting Antelope Canyon in July: Weather & Travel Tips for 2025
ARE YOU LOOKING TO VISIT ANTELOPE CANYON IN JULY?
We’ve got all the info you need! We’ve been traveling together since 2010 and have toured Antelope Canyon many different times. We have visited both Canyon X and Lower Antelope Canyon. It is one of the most unique places we have been and one of our favorite places to visit in Northern Arizona.
It is well worth visiting Antelope Canyon in July because of the light beams you can see during the summer months, especially in Upper Antelope Canyon.
The canyon is on private Navajo land, and there are no self-guided tours, and you can’t go to Antelope Canyon without a tour. You must book a tour with a licensed tour guide to go through the canyon.
Weather in Antelope Canyon in JuLy
During the month of July, the temperatures in Page are great for a tour but some days can be pretty warm. It is a good idea to be prepared with some water. You will be in the shade for the majority of your tour so you don’t need to worry too much about sun protection.
Average Temperatures in Antelope Canyon in July
During the month of July, you can expect average daily temperatures of 90°F to 95°F. July is the hottest month in Antelope Canyon.
Overnight, the temperatures in Page drop to around 70°F to 75°F.
- Average high temperature in Page in July: 93°F
- Average low temperature in Page in July: 73°F
- What are the hottest months in Page? July-August, with an average high of about 90°F
- What are the coldest months in Page? December–January
Sunshine in Antelope Canyon in July
July is the cloudest month in Page, Arizona, the closest city to Antelope Canyon. There are about 16 days of sunshine in the month. This is important to keep in mind because you won’t be able to see the light beams in the canyon on a cloudy day.
Best Tours of Antelope Canyon in July
There are three different parts of the canyon you can tour: Upper, Lower, and Canyon X. Your tour will only cover one area of the canyon, so if you’d like to see different parts of the canyon, you will need to book multiple tours.
Upper Antelope Canyon
Upper Antelope Canyon is the most popular and most expensive part of the canyon to visit. The canyon is at ground level with less than a 2% incline.
If you are a photographer, this is the most picturesque part of the canyon and where you will see the most light beams. The light beams start to be visible in March and throughout the summer months.
If you have mobility issues, this will also be the best part of the canyon for you to tour. Upper Canyon is the easiest section to get into and walk through.
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Lower Antelope Canyon
Lower Antelope Canyon is a really fun canyon to tour, but there are lots of really steep staircases in the canyon. You will have to go up and down multiple flights of stairs. My twins first went through the lower canyon when they were three and navigated it fine with a little assistance.
We found the staircases to be a lot of fun and added some adventure to our tour.
Lower Antelope Slot Canyon tours are less expensive than the Upper Antelope Canyon tours as well. I wouldn’t say that going through the lower part of the canyon makes it cheap, but you can save some money going through this part.
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Canyon X
Canyon X is the least busy section of Antelope Canyon, but still has the beautifully shaped sandstone formations you will find in the other two sections. The best part of Canyon X is that it isn’t nearly as busy, and you don’t have to make your reservations as early.
We went through Canyon X on our last trip to Antelope Canyon and had a great visit. It is still a really pretty part of the canyon.
If you are making last-minute reservations and have found the upper and lower sections are sold out, book a tour for Canyon X. You will have way fewer people on your tour, which makes for a very nice experience going through the slot canyon.
The only thing we didn’t love about Canyon X was that it has more of an in-and-out route rather than one-way like in Lower Antelope Canyon. You will spend part of your time walking through parts of the canyon that you’ve already seen. This wasn’t a deal breaker for us, just something to keep in mind.
Tips for Visiting
✔ You cannot bring any sort of backpack or fanny pack into the canyon. You can only take a small, clear bag into Lower Antelope Canyon.
✔ We were able to bring a soft baby carrier for our infant. The carrier must be a front carrier.
✔ Food and drinks are not allowed in. You can bring a small water bottle. If you are touring the lower part of the canyon, you will want to bring a clear bag to store your water in when you go up and down the ladders.
✔ You cannot bring a tripod, monopod, or selfie sticks into Antelope Canyon unless you are on a photography tour. You are also not allowed to bring large cameras or take videos.
✔ The tours operate on Arizona Standard Time. If you come from southern Utah or Las Vegas, keep the time change in mind. The tours use the same time as Page, Phoenix, Grand Canyon National Park, and Las Vegas.
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How to Get to The Slot Canyon
Located just outside the town of Page on Navajo land near the Utah-Arizona border, Antelope Canyon is a breathtaking destination that’s a perfect stop on any American Southwest roadtrip. It’s also easily accessible as a day trip from popular spots like Las Vegas, Sedona, Phoenix, Zion National Park, or the Grand Canyon.
We have stopped in Page for a tour many times. Our last visit to Antelope Canyon came as we were driving from Sedona to Zion National Park. Even if you only have a few hours in your itinerary, it is well worth stopping at the canyon.
Below, you’ll find the estimated driving durations and distances (one-way) from other well-known sites in the vicinity, which would be great additions to your Antelope Canyon itinerary:
- South Rim of the Grand Canyon to Antelope Canyon: 2.3 hours/132 miles
- St. George to Antelope Canyon: 2.8 hours/161 miles
- Sedona/Flagstaff to Antelope Canyon: 2.8 hours/160 miles
- Phoenix to Antelope Canyon: 4.25 hours/275 miles
- Las Vegas to Antelope Canyon: 4.5 hours/280 miles
If you do not have your own vehicle in the nearby cities but still want to visit, you can either rent a car or join a guided tour to go on an Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend day trip.
Tours with transportation include admission to Antelope Canyon. If you are driving yourself, you will still need to book a guided tour starting at the entrance to the canyon.
Nearby Hotels in Page
The closest place to stay to Antelope Canyon is in Page, Arizona. Page is a small town but has some great options for where to stay. There is also a Walmart there if you need to grab some food or supplies
Under Canvas Page – Grand Staircase
⭐ Rating: 9/10 | 📍 Location: 555 S Jacobs Tanks Rd, Big Water, UT | 🏩 View on Expedia.com
One of the most unique places to stay in Page, AZ is Under Canvas. Under Canvas has a property filled with private canvas tents overlooking the beautiful Utah desert. These luxury tents are a great place to go glamping and are still within driving distance of the fun things to do in Page.
Amazing and helpful staff, great customer service mindset, and awesome atmosphere overall. Highly recommended for a unique weekend getaway. Great hiking within a short drive!
– SCOTT (READ MORE REVIEWS)
Under Canvas offers a variety of tent options, including stargazer tents, suites with dedicated kids’ tents, and deluxe tents. Each tent is equipped with a private bathroom, cozy beds, fireplaces, and fans, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also take in the stunning surroundings from their furnished balconies.
Located about 25 minutes north of Page, just across the Utah-Arizona border, Under Canvas provides a perfect blend of luxury and nature, especially if you are looking for a unique stay.
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Hyatt Place Page Lake Powell
⭐ Rating: 9.2/10 | 📍 Location: 1126 North Navajo Drive, Page, AZ | 🏩 View on Expedia.com
The Hyatt Place Page Lake Powell is a great place to stay if you’re planning a trip to Antelope Canyon in July. Page Hyatt Place Lake Powell is regarded as one of the most luxurious and modern hotels near Antelope Canyon.
This hotel has a very convenient location if you’re looking to explore Antelope Canyon as well as nearby Lake Powell, a great place to beat the heat in July. Antelope Canyon is only 6 miles away, and Lake Powell is only 7 miles away.
Great hotel and convenient to Page area activities. Great breakfast and bar/restaurant very nice and convenient. I appreciate the staff, very friendly and polite, they seem to do a very good job.
– JULIE (READ MORE REVIEWS)
It has a fitness center, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and spacious rooms. It also provides free breakfast, which our kids love. Also, some hotel rooms have window views of the stunning rock formations in Arizona.
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FAQ: Antelope Canyon in July
Antelope Canyon is open in July. The canyon tours operate year-round, 7 days a week.
The canyon may close due to heavy rain, which can occur in July. Monsoon season is from June to September, which is when it is most likely that the slot canyon would close due to flash floods, but the chances of this are very minimal.
July is a great time to visit. It can be hot during the day. However, there is a lot of shade in the canyon. If you are really wanting to see the light beams in the canyon, July is a great time to visit. The best time of year to see the light beams is from April through October.
It seems like tours are busy year-round; however, they tend to be a little busier in July because of the presence of the light beams in the canyon and summer vacations. The hours in the middle of the day, when the lighting is best, will book out before tours towards the beginning and end of the day. This is especially true for Upper Antelope Canyon.
Even if you don’t go on a tour during the peak lighting hours, you can still get great pictures and have a beautiful tour. We have never planned our tours specifically around seeing the light beams and have loved it every time.
The best time of day to photograph Antelope Canyon is in the middle of the day. This is when the sun is overhead, and more light will enter the canyon.
Yes, you can see the light beams in Antelope Canyon in July. You are also more likely to see the light beams in Upper Antelope Canyon compared to Lower Antelope Canyon or Canyon X. Canyon X is very deep and narrow, so you will most likely not see light beams in that part of the canyon.
The best time of day to see the light beams is from 11 AM to 1:30 PM. If it is a cloudy day, there will be no light beams in the canyon.
The biggest thing to make sure you have is good, quality shoes. You do not need hiking boots, but you should bring something like tennis shoes that have some grip on them. If you are going into Lower Antelope Canyon, consider wearing closed-toed shoes because of the ladders.
Conclusion: Antelope Canyon in July
We hope this guide has given you an idea of what to expect when visiting this beautiful slot canyon on the Antelope Canyon Navajo tours. It is such an amazing and photogenic place to visit and well worth taking the time to see. We always have such a great time when we go through the canyon.
July is a great month to visit if you want to see the light beams in the canyon and you want some warm weather to enjoy the many water activities nearby. We hope you have a great time visiting this beautiful part of the American southwest.
