Month guide · Sedona · United States
Sedona in July
What July is really like in Sedona: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
July is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 36°C (97°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 14.3 hours of daylight. Hottest month; monsoon storms build most afternoons, so finish hikes by late morning.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 36°C (97°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 14.3 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Sedona: days average 36°C (97°F) against a yearly average high of 24°C (75°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 31 days. Compared with June (33°C (91°F)), July is warmer; by August highs drop to around 34°C (93°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:25
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:41
- Daylight
- About 14.3 hours
Summer (June–August). Hot days, high fire risk in June and monsoon storms with flash floods from July; Oak Creek's swimming holes are the draw.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 3 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in March). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Sedona, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Nature · West Sedona
Devil's Bridge
Start before sunrise or ride the free shuttle; by mid-morning the queue to stand on the arch for photos can last over an hour.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Active
- Photo spot
- Views
- Outdoors
Experience · Uptown Sedona
Red-rock jeep tour
Open-air jeep tours, led by companies such as Pink Jeep Tours since 1960, bounce over rocky backcountry trails like Broken Arrow, climbing slickrock steps and stopping at viewpoints that would otherwise mean long hikes.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Views
- Active
- Iconic
Nature · Village of Oak Creek
Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte
Families with young children can stick to the pathway's lower ledges, which give views without exposure.
- Time needed
- 1–2.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Views
Park · West Sedona
Red Rock State Park
A nature preserve along Oak Creek with gentle trails through riparian woodland, views of Cathedral Rock and a visitor centre explaining local ecology.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 36°C, lows near 18°C and 6 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Sedona?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, March–May and September–November are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Sedona?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Hottest month; monsoon storms build most afternoons, so finish hikes by late morning.
+How warm is Sedona in July?
Average highs are around 36°C (97°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Sedona in July?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.