Things to do in Sedona in October
Updated November 3, 2026 · facts checked against the sources below
October is prime time, with highs around 77°F and cool mornings. Autumn colour arrives in Oak Creek Canyon later in the month, which makes West Fork very popular. Book tours and get to trailheads early.
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October at a glance
The Sedona Arts Festival is usually held in October. The 2027 date hasn't been posted yet.
Average high 77°F · average low 48°F · average rainfall 1.65 in (1991–2020 normals).
Events in October
Dates come from organisers and Visit Sedona. Check before you plan around them.
Best things to do in October
Questions people ask
What is the weather like in Sedona in October?
Based on 1991–2020 normals, Sedona averages a high of 77°F and a low of 48°F in October, with about 1.65 inches of rain.
Sources
- US Climate Data: Sedona normals (1991–2020)
- Visit Sedona: events calendar
- Sedona Arts Festival (official)
- Forest Service: West Fork Trail No. 108
- Forest Service: Call of the Canyon
- Arizona Highways: West Fork Oak Creek Trail
- Forest Service: Cathedral Rock Trail No. 170
- Sedona Shuttle: trailhead routes
- Coconino National Forest: Red Rock and Coconino passes
- Forest Service: Boynton Canyon Trail No. 47
Facts last checked November 3, 2026. Prices, hours and rules change, so confirm with the official source before you go.