Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Sedona in September
Sedona cools off: highs slip to 86°F (30°C), from 92°F in August, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain.
September opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 88/100 (6th of 12).
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (37 mm)
- Humidity
- 46%
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What September feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 86°F (30°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's September.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 27%.
Plan around September
September is one of Sedona's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March – May and September – November.
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in August to 88/100.
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Sedona in September
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
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.
Pink Jeep Tours
Open-air off-road tours over the red rocks, running since 1960.
Why now September scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Mexican-style courtyards with galleries and craft shops under sycamores.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Page Springs Cellars
Creekside winery pouring Arizona Rhône-style wines 20 minutes from town.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Devil's Bridge Trail
Popular hike to a natural sandstone arch you can walk across.
Why now Highs near 86°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in September
- Grand Canyon in September~88 mi · highs 90°F, 1.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Papago Park & Camelback in September~98 mi · highs 100°F, 0.9 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, drier
- Phoenix in September~100 mi · highs 101°F, 0.9 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, drier
- Zion in September~182 mi · highs 79°F, 1.0 in rain · 4°C (7°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Sedona?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Sedona in September?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sedona in September?
Not much: about 1.5 in (37 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.0 in (456 mm).
What should I pack for Sedona in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Sedona in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.