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Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
Weather
Hikers in snow-covered lava landscape
NPS photo by Dallas Larsen
Lava Flow Trail in winter

Not all of Arizona is warm dry desert. Weather can vary widely, especially with elevation. At Sunset Crater Volcano (6960'/2121m above sea level), you can expect cool/cold nights year round. Expect windy conditions most of the year.

Spring is usually mild, but heavy snowfall can occur. Summer days are warm with temperatures in the 80s; afternoon thunderstorms are likely July to September. In winter, snow and freezing temperatures alternate with mild weather.

Be prepared for abrupt weather changes in any season. Best advice - dress in layers. 

Click here for the current Flagstaff weather forecast.

Landscape with San Francisco Peaks  

Did You Know?
Sunset Crater Volcano is just one of about 600 in the San Francisco Volcano Field. Virtually every mountain you see from here is of volcanic origin.

Last Updated: March 27, 2007 at 17:51 EST