MONTH | HIGH (°F) | LOW °F) | RAIN |
---|---|---|---|
January | 56° | 31° | 2.09 in. |
February | 61° | 33° | 2.17 in. |
March | 65° | 37° | 2.48 in. |
April | 73° | 42° | 1.14 in. |
May | 82° | 49° | 0.71 in. |
June | 93° | 58° | 0.35 in. |
July | 97° | 64° | 1.65 in. |
August | 94° | 63° | 1.89 in. |
September | 88° | 58° | 1.93 in. |
October | 77° | 48° | 1.65 in. |
November | 64° | 36° | 1.38 in. |
December | 57° | 31° | 1.5 in. |
The spring and fall are the most popular times of the year, due mainly to Sedona's ideal weather conditions of blue skies and daily high temperatures in the mid-60s to low 80s (degrees Fahrenheit). However, as one can see from the average temperatures each month of the year, there is no bad time to visit Sedona, and in fact, coming to Sedona in lower seasons such as late summer and winter, or Sunday through Thursday year-round, is a great time to find better hotel prices and fewer crowds.
Sedona enjoys 278 sunny days per year. Be sure to pack a brimmed hat, comfortable sturdy shoes, a high SPF sunscreen and a camera.
At an elevation of 4,500 feet (1,372 meters), Sedona receives a fair amount of snow up on the Mogollon Rim, but only experiences a few inches per month on the ground in the winter. This kind of moderate winter weather makes visiting Sedona in the low season a pleasure; fewer crowds, easy layering pieces to pack and wear, and usually dry road conditions for the entire drive up from Phoenix are just a few reasons to visit in December, January and February. And the red rocks look positively spectacular when dusted in white. Do use caution when driving up Highway 89A toward Flagstaff in the winter; as you climb, you're more likely to experience snowy conditions on the already winding, steep portion of the scenic route.
Conversely, in the summertime, Sedona experiences rainfall mostly during the monsoon season. As climate changes, we are seeing earlier monsoon seasons. Plan for the possibility of afternoon rain showers to storms starting late June - August, depending on if it's a La Niña or El Niño year. When the dew point rises in the late summer months, Arizona experiences quick, intense thunderstorms. These monsoons contribute to rapidly shifting swings in weather, but locals will tell you that the monsoon season is one of their favorite times of year because it brings relief to seasonally high temperatures and makes the landscape incredibly verdant and fragrant. The red rock formations really 'pop' against a dark grey and stormy backdrop. Use caution when hiking or playing in Oak Creek, such as at popular swimming holes like Slide Rock, Grasshopper Point. A surprise thunderstorm can cause dangerous flash flooding or ruin a return hike back to your car.
With such mild, pleasant weather in which to get out and play (and play you will!) the best thing to pack for your Sedona trip year-round is casual light layers. You'll be welcome almost anywhere you go, shop or dine in casual clothes, and unique personal style is celebrated here.
Great Views from Room | Romantic | Outdoor Pool | Whirlpool Tub | Fireplace(s) | Meetings & Group Facilities
Adults Only | Outdoor Pool | Whirlpool Tub | Lounge Cocktail Hour | Great Views from Room | Romantic
El Portal Sedona Hotel is dedicated to providing an extraordinary lodging experience for guests and their pets in unpretentious luxury. The boutique hotel was designed and built with pets in mind with tile and wood flooring throughout; while at the same time offering guests the best in … More
El Portal Sedona Hotel is dedicated to providing an extraordinary lodging experience for guests and their pets in unpretentious luxury. The boutique hotel was designed and built with pets in mind with tile and wood flooring throughout; while at the same time offering guests the best in modern amenities and unparalleled concierge services for the Sedona area.
Located in the heart of Sedona, the boutique hotel has received numerous awards, the most recent being #2 on Dogster Magazine's "Top Pet-Friendly Hotels in the Country", AAA Four-Diamond Hotel Award, voted the Best Pet-Friendly Hotel in the USA by 10best.com and USA Today, 2017 Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor, among others.
Pet-Friendly | Romantic
Kitchenette or Full Kitchen | Family-Friendly | Pet-Friendly | Outdoor Pool | Free Hot Breakfast | Free Continental Breakfast | Fitness Center | Wedding Venue | Meetings & Group Facilities | Whirlpool Tub | Bike Rentals
Family-Friendly | Activities
Take a Hike! The Sedona Hiking App currently has over 110 trails, over four hundred miles of trail documented and available in the App. You can follow your location in real time and always know where you are on the trail. Visit and explore www.SedonaHikingApp.com for trail listings and … More
Take a Hike! The Sedona Hiking App currently has over 110 trails, over four hundred miles of trail documented and available in the App. You can follow your location in real time and always know where you are on the trail. Visit and explore www.SedonaHikingApp.com for trail listings and hike highlights with pictures from the trails.
Here's how it works: After you decide on the trails you'd like to experience, download the trails onto your device (with a network connection) and 'select' them as you do the hike. Click 'Take a Hike' to see the map. Everything you need is in each hike package, including driving directions This really is hiking for everyone. Easy, moderate, and hard day hikes to enjoy the grandeur of Sedona!
Check out our new Discovering Sedona Landmarks app!
Self-Guided | Family-Friendly | Activities | Native American Culture & Tours
Family-Friendly
Pet-Friendly | Family-Friendly | Romantic | Outdoor Pool | Fitness Center | On-site Restaurant | Fireplace(s) | Suites | Golf Course
Family-Friendly
Family-Friendly | Wedding Venue
Luxurious AAA 4 Diamond Sedona, Arizona bed and breakfast with 850 + sq ft villas, red rock views, two fireplaces, jetted tub, walk-in shower, three-course breakfast, private entrances, high-speed internet, garden patios or balcony, pool, and an in-ground jetted spa. Relax and unwind wi … More
Luxurious AAA 4 Diamond Sedona, Arizona bed and breakfast with 850 + sq ft villas, red rock views, two fireplaces, jetted tub, walk-in shower, three-course breakfast, private entrances, high-speed internet, garden patios or balcony, pool, and an in-ground jetted spa. Relax and unwind with a private couples spa and personal chef for private dinners.
Romantic | Outdoor Pool | Whirlpool Tub | Fireplace(s)
Psychic Readings | Intuitive Healing | Reiki Energy Healing & Balancing | Past Life Readings | Karmic and Contractual Clearing | Handmade Jewelry | Tarot | Oracle Card Reading | Crystals | Vortex Experience
Spend a day visiting two of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest- Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend! Our Lower Antelope Canyon Tours take you into the heart of one of the most spectacular slot canyons in the world. Afterwards, we visit the famous Horseshoe Bend, where y … More
Spend a day visiting two of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest- Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend! Our Lower Antelope Canyon Tours take you into the heart of one of the most spectacular slot canyons in the world. Afterwards, we visit the famous Horseshoe Bend, where you can peer off the edge at the mighty Colorado River! Tours leaves from Flagstaff.
Family-Friendly | Professionally Guided
Family-Friendly | Outdoor Pool | Whirlpool Tub | Pet-Friendly | Free Continental Breakfast