Sedona · SpringMonth summary
Sedona weather in May
✅ Excellent
🌡️ Temperature min / max
12°C – 27°C
🌧 Rainy days
8% of days
☀️ Sunshine
13.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
9.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
May (9.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Sedona in May?
✅ Excellent
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (27°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: Visiting Sedona in May is a safe bet: great weather, only 8% chance of rain.
By trip type
Sedona in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 One of the best months — 26°C, maximum sunshine and ideal conditions Spring marks the start of the good season in Sedona. Temperatures rise (27°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (8% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Sedona.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 0°C | 11°C | 20% | 2.0 | 9.3h | 6.2/10 |
| ⛅ February | 1°C | 13°C | 19% | 1.9 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 3°C | 16°C | 25% | 1.9 | 11.1h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 7°C | 23°C | 8% | 0.4 | 12.8h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ May | 12°C | 27°C | 8% | 0.4 | 13.2h | 9.5/10 |
| ☀️ June | 18°C | 33°C | 6% | 0.2 | 14.0h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ July | 20°C | 34°C | 18% | 1.0 | 13.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ August | 19°C | 32°C | 20% | 0.9 | 12.9h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ September | 16°C | 30°C | 15% | 0.9 | 11.8h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 11°C | 23°C | 14% | 1.1 | 10.7h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 5°C | 18°C | 11% | 1.2 | 9.8h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ December | 1°C | 12°C | 20% | 1.4 | 9.1h | 6.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Sedona averages 27°C, 8% rainy days and 13.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.5/10.
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Comparison
May vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 9.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Sedona in May
Is May a good time to visit Sedona?
May is an excellent time to visit Sedona (score 9.5/10). With 27°C, 13.2h of sunshine and 8% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Sedona in May?
With 27°C and 13.2h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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