Lacey Point

Cliff Desert promontory overlooking canyon landscapes

Lacey Point sits in remote northeastern Arizona and serves as an access point for desert scenery and backcountry trails; visitors use it for day hikes, photography and exploring nearby canyon country.

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Lacey Point
35.0639, -109.8023

How to Get to Lacey Point #

Lacey Point is in northern Arizona; access is typically via regional highways and forest roads. The nearest highways and towns serve as staging points; check local land management agencies for access advisories and any permit requirements.

Tips for Visiting Lacey Point #

  • If exploring geological features in the area, carry a detailed map and GPS; national monuments and natural landmarks can be remote.
  • Respect Navajo and Hopi lands: permits may be required for certain sites and cultural protocols apply.
  • Sunsets are dramatic - plan to be at viewpoints with good western exposures.

Best Time to Visit Lacey Point #

Spring and autumn are generally the most comfortable seasons for visiting desert and high-plateau sites.

Spring and autumn
March-May, September-November · 0-25°C (32-77°F)
Comfortable daytime temperatures and good conditions for hiking and photography.
Summer (monsoon)
June-August · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Hotter with possible afternoon storms; early mornings are best for outdoor activity.

Weather & Climate near Lacey Point #

Climate

Lacey Point's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 12°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 15°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
26°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 7 mm.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
11° 32°

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
15° 34°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 40 mm of rain.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
15° 32°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
11° 28°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 15°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

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