Late summer · Weather & things to do
Sedona in August
Sedona edges cooler than July, with highs of 92°F (33°C), lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 11th of 12.
- Avg high
- 92°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 92°F (33°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 64°F (18°C), about 15°C (28°F) below the afternoon high.
Some rain is likely, about 2.7 in (68 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are March – May and September – November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in July to 68/100.
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 92°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 64°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Sedona in August
Afternoons run hot (92°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Slide Rock State Park
Natural sandstone water slide in Oak Creek Canyon on an old apple farm.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Sep.
Devil's Bridge Trail
Popular hike to a natural sandstone arch you can walk across.
Why now August scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Airport Mesa
Easy overlook with a 360-degree red-rock view.
Why now Highs near 92°F and 2.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Elote Cafe
Chef Jeff Smedstad's modern Mexican cooking; the roasted-corn elote is a staple.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
Cathedral Rock Trail
Short, steep scramble up slickrock to a saddle between red spires.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in August
- Grand Canyon in August~88 mi · highs 96°F, 2.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
- Papago Park & Camelback in August~98 mi · highs 105°F, 1.3 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, drier
- Phoenix in August~100 mi · highs 105°F, 1.3 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, drier
- Zion in August~182 mi · highs 86°F, 1.3 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,836 m to Sedona's ~1,325 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Sedona in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Sedona?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are March – May and September – November, at up to 100. Expect highs of 92°F (33°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Sedona in August?
Average highs are 92°F (33°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sedona in August?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.0 in (456 mm).
What should I pack for Sedona in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 92°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 64°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely).
Planning Sedona in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.