Sedona in November
Great time to visit
November serves up perfect hiking weather and stunning fall colors with manageable crowds. The only downside is shorter daylight hours, but the golden light on red rocks makes every photo magical.
Weather
November brings crisp, clear days with highs in the 70s and nights that require jackets. Fall foliage peaks along Oak Creek as cottonwoods turn brilliant yellow. Rain stays minimal, and humidity drops to desert-dry levels around 30%.
19°C high3°C low3 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$200/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Thanksgiving week events
- •Peak fall foliage
- •Sedona Film Festival preview screenings
November Tips
- •Pack layers - 40°F mornings become 70°F afternoons
- •Thanksgiving week gets busy but not spring-level insane
- •Perfect weather for longer hikes like West Fork or Boynton Canyon
All Months
March through May and September through November hit the sweet spot — daytime temps in the 70s-80s, cool nights perfect for stargazing. Summer is brutal with temps over 100°F, though morning hikes are doable if you start by 6 AM. Winter brings snow to the higher elevations and chilly nights, but sunny days in the 50s-60s make it pleasant for exploring. Avoid spring break and October if you hate crowds — hotel prices double and popular trails feel like rush hour. The shoulder seasons of late February and early December offer the best deals. Here's what nobody tells you: monsoon season in July and August brings spectacular lightning shows but also flash flood risks in slot canyons.
Sedona Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
9/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
8/10
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