Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Sedona in November
Sedona cools off: highs slip to 62°F (17°C), from 74°F in October, with lows of 36°F (2°C) and about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain.
At 95/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (33 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 33%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 62°F (17°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's November.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 33%.
Plan around November
November is one of Sedona's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 71/100.
- Comfort slips from 100/100 in October to 95/100.
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 36°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Sedona in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Devil's Bridge Trail
Popular hike to a natural sandstone arch you can walk across.
Why now November scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Mexican-style courtyards with galleries and craft shops under sycamores.
Pink Jeep Tours
Open-air off-road tours over the red rocks, running since 1960.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 1.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Airport Mesa
Easy overlook with a 360-degree red-rock view.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Slide Rock State Park
Natural sandstone water slide in Oak Creek Canyon on an old apple farm.
Nearby in November
- Grand Canyon in November~88 mi · highs 63°F, 0.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Papago Park & Camelback in November~98 mi · highs 76°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Phoenix in November~100 mi · highs 77°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Zion in November~182 mi · highs 52°F, 0.9 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Sedona?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Sedona in November?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sedona in November?
Not much: about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.0 in (456 mm).
What should I pack for Sedona in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 36°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Sedona in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.