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Flagstaff, Arizona Weather History

Arizona, United States · 45 yrs data
📍 35.2480°N, 111.5230°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
July
Avg 74.7°F
Min 53.5°F
Max 95.8°F
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg 33.6°F
Min 9.7°F
Max 57.6°F
Wettest Month
🌧️
August
69 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
June
9 mm
Most Humid
💧
January
64%
Least Humid
🌬️
June
30%
Highest Ever
🌡️
102.0°F
July 2021
Lowest Ever
🧊
-13.5°F
December 1990

Flagstaff Climate Overview

Flagstaff has a temperate climate with warm summers and freezing winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains relatively low throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and dry conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌨️57.6°F9.7°F33.6°F64%472.23.14
February🌨️62.8°F12.3°F37.6°F60%472.54.17
March🌨️70.2°F17.9°F44.0°F54%462.75.56
April🌤️78.0°F23.1°F50.6°F44%212.96.93
May🌤️85.7°F31.0°F58.4°F38%142.87.76
June☀️94.2°F42.4°F68.3°F30%92.78.19
July🌞95.8°F53.5°F74.7°F44%602.06.98
August🌞92.7°F53.1°F72.9°F50%691.86.32
September☀️88.5°F40.6°F64.6°F47%432.15.86
October🌤️79.7°F25.9°F52.8°F48%332.14.75
November🌨️69.5°F18.2°F43.9°F54%362.23.59
December🌨️59.9°F11.1°F35.5°F63%442.12.82

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Flagstaff Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Flagstaff

January is Flagstaff's coldest month, with average lows reaching 9.7°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 10.9°F60.1°F

🧥 Pack heavy layers and prepare for snow — this is a Severe Winter destination.

☀️ Summer in Flagstaff

Summer temperatures in Flagstaff peak in July, climbing to 95.7°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 49.6°F94.3°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Flagstaff

Flagstaff sees its highest rainfall in August, receiving approximately 69 mm of precipitation.
🌧️July to January (avg) · up to 69 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Flagstaff Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Flagstaff, with average highs reaching 95.8°F, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 9.7°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer ideal for outdoor activities, while winters bring freezing conditions and heavy snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Flagstaff

Flagstaff receives its highest rainfall in August, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: August 69 mm☀️ Driest: June 9 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 64% in January · annual avg 50%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:53.1°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:469 mm
Avg Humidity:50%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Flagstaff's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 58.1°F), while the coldest was 1993 (avg: 50.4°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Flagstaff's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °F

Flagstaff's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 102.0°F in July 2021, while the lowest dropped to -13.5°F in December 1990.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Flagstaff shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
33.1°F58.1°F82.9°F41744%2.4 m/s
2024
31.6°F55.8°F80.1°F39446%2.3 m/s
2023
28.8°F53.2°F77.5°F46251%2.4 m/s
2022
28.6°F53.2°F77.7°F45948%2.3 m/s
2021
30.9°F55.4°F79.7°F46646%2.4 m/s
2020
28.8°F55.2°F81.5°F20943%2.4 m/s
2019
25.2°F51.3°F77.4°F52951%2.5 m/s
2018
31.5°F55.4°F79.5°F39645%2.3 m/s
2017
29.1°F54.5°F79.9°F34448%2.4 m/s
2016
29.1°F53.8°F78.6°F48751%2.3 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Flagstaff?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Flagstaff, Arizona, with average high temperatures around 95.8°F.

What is the coldest month in Flagstaff?

January is the coldest month in Flagstaff, with average low temperatures around 9.7°F.

What is the rainiest month in Flagstaff?

August receives the most rainfall with approximately 69 mm, while June is the driest with 9 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Flagstaff?

The highest recorded temperature was 102.0°F in July 2021. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Flagstaff?

The lowest recorded temperature was -13.5°F in December 1990.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Flagstaff get?

Flagstaff receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 8.19 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Arizona.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45