Paguekwash Point

Cliff Prominent Grand Canyon promontory and viewpoint

How to Get to Paguekwash Point #

Paguekwash Point is reached via backcountry roads and trails from regional access points in northwestern Arizona. Expect unpaved roads and a final walk to reach the viewpoint; GPS and topographic maps are recommended.

Tips for Visiting Paguekwash Point #

Carry plenty of water and sun protection-the rim can be exposed and hot in summer.
Use a topographic map for route-finding; some approach routes are unmarked and cell service is unreliable.
Aim for morning visits for clearer air and fewer dust devils.

Best Time to Visit Paguekwash Point #

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable weather and stable viewing conditions.

Spring and Autumn (March-May, Sept-Nov)

Mar-May, Sep-Nov · 10-25°C

Moderate temperatures and clearer skies make for comfortable viewing.

Summer (June-August)

Jun-Aug · 25-40°C

Hot conditions and potential heat hazards-visit early or late in the day.

Weather & Climate near Paguekwash Point #

Climate

Paguekwash Point's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

35°

Warmest Month

-3°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

-3° – 10°

Weather

26 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

6°

Feels Like Cold

6°C

Temperature

-1° – 13°

Weather

25 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

1° – 16°

Weather

32 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

4° – 20°

Weather

18 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

9° – 26°

Weather

13 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

13° – 32°

Weather

9 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

18° – 35°

Weather

31 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain.

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

17° – 34°

Weather

38 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

14° – 30°

Weather

24 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

8° – 24°

Weather

21 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

2° – 16°

Weather

24 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

-2° – 11°

Weather

23 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

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