Month guide · Sedona · United States
Sedona in October
What October is really like in Sedona: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Sedona. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 7°C (45°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 11.2 hours of daylight. Peak autumn season: sunny, comfortable days and late-month colour in Oak Creek Canyon.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 7°C (45°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 11.2 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in October
October is the 6th-warmest month in Sedona: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 24°C (75°F), and nights fall to about 7°C (45°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 31 days. Compared with September (31°C (88°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 06:32
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 17:52
- Daylight
- About 11.2 hours
Autumn (September–November). Sunny, mild days, autumn colour in Oak Creek Canyon and busy trails, particularly in October.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 5 for crowds (the peak is March at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in March). Book accommodation early: October is one of the pricier months.
Events in October
- Sedona Arts Festival (usually early October)
- Sedona Plein Air Festival (usually October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Viewpoint · West Sedona
Airport Mesa
A flat-topped mesa between Uptown and West Sedona with a short climb to one of Sedona's best-known vortex sites and a panoramic view of Thunder Mountain, Coffee Pot Rock and Cathedral Rock.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Couples
- Photo spot
- After dark
Nature · Oak Creek Canyon
West Fork of Oak Creek Trail
Bring shoes you don't mind getting wet, and expect a parking fee at the Call of the Canyon trailhead.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Photo spot
- Kids
Nature · West Sedona
Soldier Pass Trail
A moderate trail past the Devil's Kitchen, a large sinkhole, and the Seven Sacred Pools, a chain of rock basins that hold water after rain, continuing to a small arch and cave high on the cliffs.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Experience · Uptown Sedona
Red-rock jeep tour
Choose a rough-road tour such as Broken Arrow only if everyone is comfortable with steep, bumpy descents.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Views
- Active
- Iconic
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 7°C and 3 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Sedona?
One of the best months to visit Sedona, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March–May, September and November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Sedona?
It is one of the best months to visit Sedona. Peak autumn season: sunny, comfortable days and late-month colour in Oak Creek Canyon.
+How warm is Sedona in October?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Sedona in October?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.