January 5 is generally a great time to visit Sedona. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°C weather. You'll enjoy Sedona with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Sedona
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Sedona Weather Forecast for January 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.2°C. 17% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Sedona in January
Based on historical data for January 5, Sedona typically experiences temperatures between -1.2°C and 10.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sedona
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-1.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
8.9°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
17%
Avg 1.1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.5 cm
~17% chance
Pressure
1020.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Sedona Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 84% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
2.5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Moderate
50/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~3
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sedona
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:36
☀️ Noon
12:33
🌇 Sunset
17:30
⏱️ Daylight
9h 54m
Wind Speed
13.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
59%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Sedona
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sedona on January 5 averages 10.2°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 63/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sedona Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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January 6
10.4°C • 14% rain
Score
70
January 7
10.4°C • 14% rain
Score
70
January 8
10.3°C • 14% rain
Score
70
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📍 Is Sedona Worth Visiting on January 5?
Planning a trip to Sedona on January 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.2°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 3 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.4°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to -4.9°C in 2024.