Temperatures vary by season and have been changing rapidly in recent years.
However, below are the general temperatures for both the Grand Canyon National park (South Rim) and the Grand Canyon West Rim based on season:
Grand Canyon National Park- South Rim
The temperature varies in the Summer between 68-100 degrees Fahrenheit (20-38 degrees Celsius) and in the Winter it is between 50-59 degrees Fahrenheit (10-15 degrees Celsius).
Grand Canyon West Rim:
The temperature varies in the Summer between 95-107.6 degrees Fahrenheit (35-42 degrees Celsius) and in the Winter it is between 55-59 degrees Fahrenheit (13-15 degrees Celsius).
***The difference in the range of temperature varies depending on how close you are to the rim. As you get closer to the inner gorge of the Grand Canyon, the temperature will begin to drop.
If you want weather information about a specific date, please check the following weather website for detailed information:
Flights are occasionally cancelled due to inclement weather, such as, high winds, low clouds, rain, or snow. However, we try to remain up-to-date about weather changes in the area and notify customers as far in advance as possible if their tour is cancelled.
Also, customers who have their tours cancelled due to weather issues will be offered a reschedule for their tour, either later the same day or a different day.
If we are unable to accommodate you because the bad weather persists, we will offer a full refund for your reservation cost.
For any helicopter or airplane tours, there are weight restrictions for the tours, as the aircraft can only handle so much weight per flight.
Due to this fact, anyone over 275lbs will be charged an additional surcharge which varies per tour.
Please contact our customer service department directly or leave a note in the comment section of your online reservation with your weight and we will be able to confirm the additional charge for the tour you are interested in.
We do not currently offer pickup service in either area for this tour. At this time, the closest pickup location will be the Scenic Airlines Terminal at the McCarren airport. If you are on the South end o fthe strip, you can either have pickup service at the Mandalay Bay or at the airport directly, as they are similar in distance.
Yes, this tour is family-oriented and appropriate for most ages. In general, this tour is not strenuous. Some tours will involve 3 flights of stairs on and off the helicopter; however, that is as strenuous as this tour gets. However, it varies from person to person and each child’s attention span will differ.
For older customers, please make sure you are in good health before flying. If you have any health problems we should be aware of, please leave a note in the comments section of your online reservation so we can make sure your tour guide is aware of your situation.
Parents know their children better than anyone and whether they will be able to enjoy the tour or if they will become easily distracted. Please keep that in mind when deciding whether this tour is appropriate for your child.
Please dress casually and comfortably. We highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes, which are appropriate for walking. Although the tours are not strenuous, not all walkways are paved. Please avoid wearing shoes that have slick bottoms, such as dress shoes. Tennis shoes, hiking boots, or sports type footwear is best.
Please keep in mind that the South Rim is approximately 20 degrees cooler than Las Vegas; whereas, the West Rim is slightly warmer than Las Vegas.
Summer months:
We recommend wearing a hat and/or sunglasses, as it tends to be hot and bright in the desert sun.
Winter months:
We recommend bringing a jacket or rain poncho. Many customers also bring gloves or a scarf when during the colder months.
Mary - Customer Service Rep. www.tours4fun.com
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2012-12-11 02:50:04
Hi Kenneth:
Thank you for your inquiry.
Please dress casually and comfortably. We highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes, which are appropriate for walking. Although the tours are not strenuous, not all walkways are paved. Please avoid wearing shoes that have slick bottoms, such as dress shoes. Tennis shoes, hiking boots, or sports type footwear is best.
Please keep in mind that the South Rim is approximately 20 degrees cooler than Las Vegas; whereas, the West Rim is slightly warmer than Las Vegas.
Summer months:
We recommend wearing a hat and/or sunglasses, as it tends to be hot and bright in the desert sun.
Winter months:
We recommend bringing a jacket or rain poncho. Many customers also bring gloves or a scarf when during the colder months.
The Grand Canyon offers may activities to guests that range from hiking trails and horseback riding to the IMAX movie theater Grand Canyon experience. The Grand Canyon even offers rafting and boat rides.
For Las Vegas Grand Canyon tours, we offer pickup and drop-off service at most major hotels on the strip, between the Stratosphere and Mandalay Bay. We also offer pickup service for these tours in the Downtown Las Vegas area.
If we do not offer pickup service at your hotel location, it is likely we offer pickup service at a nearby location.
Please note your hotel location in the comment section of your online reservation and we will confirm the closest pickup location and time while processing your order.
If you are joining a tour that departs the South Rim, we do not currently offer pickup service in that area, as the airport is usually within 10 minutes driving time. We recommend using a taxi service, which is offered 24 hours a day in the area.
Flights are occasionally cancelled due to inclement weather, such as, high winds, low clouds, rain, or snow. However, we try to remain up-to-date about weather changes in the area and notify customers as far in advance as possible if their tour is cancelled.
Also, customers who have their tours cancelled due to weather issues will be offered a reschedule for their tour, either later the same day or a different day.
If we are unable to accommodate you because the bad weather persists, we will offer a full refund for your reservation cost.
For any helicopter or airplane tours, there are weight restrictions for the tours, as the aircraft can only handle so much weight per flight.
Due to this fact, anyone over 275lbs will be charged an additional surcharge which varies per tour.
Please contact our customer service department directly or leave a note in the comment section of your online reservation with your weight and we will be able to confirm the additional charge for the tour you are interested in.