Flagstaff Weather
The weather in Flagstaff, Arizona is unlike most other areas in the state. Flagstaff has four distinct seasons and much cooler average temperatures. At an elevation of 6,910 ft (2,106 m) Flagstaff experiences intense sunny days as well as an average of 100 inches of snow during the winter months. Most summer days in Flagstaff do not exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit which makes it a wonderful escape from the much hotter surrounding desert areas. During the late summer months (mostly of August) Flagstaff is bathed in afternoon monsoons nearly every day. Each season in Flagstaff is fantastic for visiting - and to live in, especially if you like four distinct seasons, but all bathed in sun.
Mid September to late November. Most fall days are sunny and warm with just a touch of crisp mountain air causing the leaves on the trees to change from green to gold. Aspen groves on the San Francisco peaks are a wonderful place to visit and enjoy the fall colors. Nights begin to feel very chilly and jackets are usually necessary after sunset. This is a wonderful time to spend time outdoors enjoying physical activities. It's warm enough to be outside, but cool enough the it's difficult to get overheated. The San Francisco Peaks, Lockett Meadow and Snowbowl Road get quite busy with fall leaf seekers.
Find Fall Colors in Flagstaff »Late November to mid March. Winter months in Flagstaff are usually very brisk with the average daytime temperature around 38 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Jackets and layers are a necessity, especially when the snow begins to fall! Luckily, even if a winter storm hits, the Arizona sunshine is bound to appear within a day or two and newly fallen snow will glisten under a beautiful bright blue sky.
See Flagstaff Winter Sports & Activities »Late May to Mid September. There is almost no better place to experience summer in Arizona than in Flagstaff. Daily temperatures average in the mid seventies and nights are often enjoyed with a light sweater. Monsoons happen nearly every afternoon in late July and August. These intense rain storms disappear as quickly as they arrive and leave the earth fresh and damp and glowing in the summer sun.
Flagstaff enjoys 161 sunny days per year, 101 partly cloudy days (40 - 70% cloud cover) and 103 cloudy days (80 - 100% cloud cover). Be sure to pack a brimmed hat, comfortable sturdy shoes, a camera and a high SPF sunscreen year-round. At Flagstaff's high elevation, UV rays are more intense and damaging, increasing your risk for skin and eye damage. Sun protection at high altitudes is a must.
1. Bearizona Wildlife Park
1500 West Route 66
Kaibab National Forest, Williams, AZ 86046
9286352289
2. Arizona Mountain Inn & Cabins
4200 Lake Mary Road
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
9287748959
3. Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters
Grand Canyon National Park Airport
GCN (GCN), Kaibab National Forest, 871 Liberator Drive, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023
7027367243
4. Grand Canyon Railway
233 North Grand Canyon Boulevard
Kaibab National Forest, Williams, AZ 86046
8008438724
5. Colorado River & Trail Expeditions Grand Canyon Rafting
Lees Ferry Street
Las Vegas, NV 89148
8012611789
6. Wildland Trekking
4025 East Huntington Drive
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
8007154453
7. Maverick Helicopter Tours
6075 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89119
8882614414
8. Little America Hotel Flagstaff
2515 East Butler Avenue
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
8003524386
9. DoubleTree By Hilton Flagstaff
Set just off ‘Old Route 66,’ DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Flagstaff offers a fantastic location
1175 W Rte 66
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-773-8888
10. Flagstaff Food Tours
Flagstaff
AZ
11. GreenTree Inn Flagstaff
2755 South Woodlands Village Boulevard
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
9287731111
12. Grand Canyon Airlines
Grand Canyon National Park Airport
GCN (GCN), Kaibab National Forest, 871 Liberator Drive, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023
9286382463
13. Grand Canyon Railroad Excursion From Viator
4825 North Rancho Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89108
7026485873
14. Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines
Fort Tuthill County Park
Fort Tuthill-Palmer Bypass, Flagstaff, AZ 86005
(888) 259-0125
15. Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend
Spend a day visiting two of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest- Antelope Canyon
400 S Malpais Ln
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1-800-514-0884
16. One Day Colorado River Float Trip From Flagstaff From Viator
4825 North Rancho Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89108
7026485873
17. Oak Creek Terrace Resort
4548 N State Route 89A
Sedona, AZ 86336
9282823562
18. Sedona Day Trip From Flagstaff
400 S Malpais Ln
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1-877-7-SHUTTLE
19. Flagstaff E-Bike Tours
2214 N West St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
928-377-2926
20. Creative Spirits
605 W Riordan Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-600-9291
21. Grand Canyon & Navajo Indian Reservation From Viator
4285 North Rancho Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89130
7026485873
22. Blacksmithing Classes
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to heat up a chunk of steel and forge it into somet
2711 E Lakin Dr
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
915-274-7563
FLAGSTAFF, AZ WEATHER
Check out the weather conditions before you come. Winter and summer are popular, but there's no bad time to visit Flagstaff.
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WHAT'S ON THE CALENDAR?
Our Flagstaff Event Calendar is full of festivals, workshops, art fairs, concerts and classes. Browse or add your event.
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TAKING YOUR FAMILY TO FLAGSTAFF FOR VACATION?
Here are some of the most family-friendly hotels in Flagstaff and some things to do that should keep everyone happy…at least for a while.
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO FLAGSTAFF
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