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Sedona weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sedona
Mar–May and Sep–Nov are mild and sunny. Summer is hot with monsoon storms; winter is cool with occasional snow. Weekends and spring holidays are busiest.
Sedona weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan11°47 mm
- Feb13°48 mm
- Mar18°33 mm
- Apr22°18 mm
- May27°15 mm
- Jun34°6 mm
- Jul35°69 mm
- Aug33°68 mm
- Sep30°37 mm
- Oct24°31 mm
- Nov17°33 mm
- Dec10°51 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C52°F | -1°C29°F | 47 mm | 62% | Cold |
| February | 13°C55°F | -1°C31°F | 48 mm | 60% | Cool |
| March | 18°C64°F | 2°C36°F | 33 mm | 51% | Cool |
| April | 22°C71°F | 5°C41°F | 18 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 10°C50°F | 15 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| June | 34°C93°F | 16°C60°F | 6 mm | 26% | Hot |
| July | 35°C94°F | 19°C66°F | 69 mm | 46% | Hot |
| August | 33°C92°F | 18°C64°F | 68 mm | 51% | Hot |
| September | 30°C86°F | 14°C58°F | 37 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C74°F | 8°C46°F | 31 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C62°F | 2°C36°F | 33 mm | 51% | Cool |
| December | 10°C51°F | -2°C29°F | 51 mm | 62% | Cold |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Scottsdale | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sedona?
Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Mar–May and Sep–Nov are mild and sunny. Summer is hot with monsoon storms; winter is cool with occasional snow. Weekends and spring holidays are busiest.
When is the rainy season in Sedona?
Rain peaks in July with about 69 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sedona?
July, with average highs of 35°C (94°F).
How cold does Sedona get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging -2°C (29°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- City of Sedona
- Red Rock Ranger District (U.S. Forest Service)
- Sedona Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.