December · United States
Best time to visit Antelope Canyon in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Antelope Canyon in December
Average temperature 3°C, 12 mm of rain, about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.6/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 12 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 4
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Antelope Canyon scores 5.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 12 mm of rain, and roughly 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Antelope Canyon's Navajo sandstone slots glow with light beams-guided tours through narrow wave-carved corridors near Page. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
December in Antelope Canyon: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 3°C (37°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
At just 12 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.5 hours of daylight.
That is 5.6/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Antelope Canyon — 4.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Antelope Canyon in December?
- In December, Antelope Canyon averages 3°C, 12 mm of rain, and about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Antelope Canyon?
- December earns a 5.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Antelope Canyon in December?
- Expect about 12 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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