Things to do in Sedona in December
Updated November 3, 2026 · facts checked against the sources below
Avg high57°F
Avg low31°F
Rain1.5 in
December is cold at night (lows around 31°F) but often sunny by day, with highs around 57°F. The holiday season brings Tlaquepaque's tree lighting (December 4, 2026) and the Festival of Lights in mid-December.
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December at a glance
Average high 57°F · average low 31°F · average rainfall 1.5 in (1991–2020 normals).
Events in December
Dates come from organisers and Visit Sedona. Check before you plan around them.
Best things to do in December
Questions people ask
What is the weather like in Sedona in December?
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Sedona averages a high of 57°F and a low of 31°F in December, with about 1.5 inches of rain.
Sources
- US Climate Data: Sedona normals (1991–2020)
- Visit Sedona: events calendar
- Visit Sedona: annual events
- Visit Sedona: Tlaquepaque holiday events
- Tlaquepaque (official)
- Visit Sedona: attractions
- Chapel of the Holy Cross (official)
- Forest Service: Bell Rock Pathway No. 96
- Coconino National Forest: Red Rock and Coconino passes
Facts last checked November 3, 2026. Prices, hours and rules change, so confirm with the official source before you go.