Sedona (AZ) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sedona’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to mild in Sedona. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in July to a mild 12°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -0°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sedona by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 34 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sedona Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sedona’s average annual maximum temperature is 24°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Sedona’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sedona climate page.