Average Monthly Climate Yearly Avg for Flagstaff
| Month | High | Low |
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec | 61.0
42
45
54
58
67
78
82
79
73
63
51
43 | 30.5
15
18
21
27
33
41
51
49
41
31
22
16 |
- Average Annual Rainfall - 22.8 Inches
- Average Annual Snowfall - 110.8 Inches
- Days of Sunshine - 300 Days
Flagstaff enjoys four distinct seasons. Moderate summer temperatures average
twenty degrees less than Flagstaff, and are punctuated with afternoon rain
showers in July and August. The winter brings an average annual snowfall of 99
inches, much to the enjoyment of skiers, ice skaters and snowboarders. As the
snow thaws into spring, blooming wildflowers are abundant and fragrant along
Flagstaff's many hiking trails. Autumn is highlighted with the changing of the
aspen leaves that transform the surrounding mountains into a golden tapestry of
color. Flagstaff averages 283 days without precipitation each year, so it is
not surprising that our residents love the great outdoors, and the mild climate
encourages year-round outdoor activities.
Flagstaff Az Facts
- Population - Approx. 60,000
- Elevation - 7,000 Feet
- Highest Point - 12,633 Feet (Humphries Peak)
Flagstaff, Arizona is located at the intersection of Interstate 17 and
Interstate 40, and is the largest city in Northern Arizona. The city is also
the regional center and county seat for Coconino County, the second largest
county in the 48 contiguous states. The City of Flagstaff, becoming a town in
1894, incorporated as a city in 1928, and currently comprising of just over 64
square miles, is nestled at the base of the San Francisco Peaks and surrounded
by one of the largest pine forests on earth. Flagstaff drew its name from a
very tall pine tree made into a flagpole in 1876 to celebrate our nations
centennial. At nearly 7,000 feet, Flagstaff is also one of the highest
elevation cities in the United States. The city is a year-round Mecca for
visitors and many Arizonans maintain second homes here.
The City is surrounded within and without by coniferous forests, which allow
for an array of outdoor sports and camping and backpacking opportunities.
Downhill skiers enjoy 32 runs down the San Francisco Peaks, just 14 miles from
downtown Flagstaff. Groomed trails at a nordic center provide over 40
kilometers of cross-country skiing. Endless miles can be skied on the hundreds
of miles of forest service roads. Flagstaff even sponsors the annual Winter
Festival that includes dog sled races.
Hikers, joggers, and mountain bikers will find miles of trails, which range
from gentle grades to extremely difficult terrain. The outdoor sportsman will
find opportunities for hunting and fishing. The individual committed to an
exercise routine, which includes running, or walking will find a 2-mile track
complete with a 20-station Vita Course at Buffalo Park, a woodland area atop a
mesa with spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks.
For those who enjoy organized team sports, the City has adult and youth
leagues for softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, ice hockey, and volleyball
throughout the year. Additional recreation amenities include the skateboard
park and disc golf course, which provide year-round recreational opportunities.
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