December · United States
Best time to visit Sedona in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sedona in December
Average temperature 4°C, 24 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.1/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 24 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 6
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Sedona scores 6.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 24 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Red-rock cathedrals and vortex trailheads reward the March-May and September-November window.
December in Sedona — workable with trade-offs
December averages 4°C (38°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Expect 24 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.7 daylight hours.
It scores 6.1/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 3.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sedona in December?
- In December, Sedona averages 4°C, 24 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Sedona?
- December earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sedona in December?
- Expect about 24 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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