The climate of Flagstaff

The current climate in Flagstaff features temperatures ranging from a high of 28°C to a low of 7°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 18°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -7°C and in the warmer months around 12°C.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Flagstaff, Arizona.

Temperature records

The highest temperature recorded in Flagstaff in recent years was 38°C in June 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -7°C in January 2019.

Precipitation and snowfall

On average, Flagstaff gets 569 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 109 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.

Best time to visit Flagstaff?

The best time to visit Flagstaff for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Flagstaff. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Flagstaff

The climate table of Flagstaff shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 7 9 11 16 20 27 28 27 24 18 12 7
Temp. min (°C) -6 -6 -3 0 3 9 13 12 8 2 -3 -6
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Precipitation (mm) 62 49 66 16 30 13 70 89 30 34 39 71
Snow (cm) 41 33 18 1,1 1,4 0 0 0 0 0,3 5,6 7,7
UV Index 4 5 5 6 4 7 7 7 5 6 3 3

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Flagstaff, Arizona. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Flagstaff

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Yearly Temperature in Flagstaff

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Flagstaff, Arizona. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Flagstaff

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Flagstaff

Average Snowfall per Month in Flagstaff

Total Yearly Snowfall in Flagstaff

UV index chart

This chart shows the average UV index per month in Flagstaff, Arizona. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

Average UV Index per Month in Flagstaff

Weather experiences in Flagstaff

The weather in Flagstaff is rated an average of 3,7 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors. Have you been to Flagstaff? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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was here in June Weather experience:Good

The air temperature was a pleasant 28°C. A few showers caused some cooling, but the sunny days more than made up for it. Wonderful climate.

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was here in September Weather experience:Good

Although there could be the occasional thunderstorm, I greatly appreciated the bright, sunny days and fresh mountain air. The cool nights provided a welcome contrast. Good for nature lovers the world over.

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was here in December Weather experience:Okay

The sunny days were idyllic, but the sudden transition to very cold nights was unpleasant. The snow added to the charming aesthetic, but made travel difficult.

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Average weather in Flagstaff by month

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