Sedona Weather Forecast
Sedona weather: 77°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Sedona month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51° | 29° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 59° | 35° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 65° | 39° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 70° | 42° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 52° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 92° | 64° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 94° | 68° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 92° | 67° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 85° | 60° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 76° | 49° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 61° | 38° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 58° | 35° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Sedona
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Sedona
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Sedona compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Sedona.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slide Rock State Park | 5 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 16 in |
| Colorado River | 88 mi | 65°F | +36°F warmer | 11 in |
| Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site) | 88 mi | 65°F | +36°F warmer | 11 in |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 88 mi | 65°F | +36°F warmer | 11 in |
| ZIP Code 85004 | 99 mi | 76°F | +47°F warmer | 11 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sedona?
Sedona is a city in Arizona. Its coordinates are 34.8697, -111.761. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Sedona right now?
It is currently 77°F (25°C) with clear. Humidity is 30% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sedona?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Sedona, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sedona in?
Sedona observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 11:51 PM.
How many people live in Sedona?
Sedona has a population of approximately 10.000.
What is the nearest airport to Sedona?
The closest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 100 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 209 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Sedona?
Popular options include Slide Rock State Park, Colorado River, Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Grand Canyon National Park, Havasu Falls and Petrified Forest National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
