Lenox Crater
Crater Cinder cone volcanic crater near Flagstaff
Lenox Crater, a volcanic cinder cone in northern Arizona, attracts hikers and geology enthusiasts interested in volcanic landforms, short rim trails and wide desert views.
How to Get to Lenox Crater #
Lenox Crater is in northern Arizona, in the region of the Colorado Plateau. Access typically requires driving on regional and forest roads; the nearest highway and towns provide staging points. Check federal lands maps and local ranger districts for exact coordinates and access advisories.
Tips for Visiting Lenox Crater #
- Wear layers; desert temperature swings can be extreme from day to night.
- If exploring nearby Hopi or Navajo lands, respect tribal regulations - permits may be required for certain areas.
- Combine a visit with other geological stops nearby for a fuller sense of the Colorado Plateau's volcanic history.
Best Time to Visit Lenox Crater #
Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions for desert and volcanic landscapes; summer can be hot and stormy.
Weather & Climate near Lenox Crater #
Lenox Crater's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cool with highs of 28°C and lows of 5°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 66 mm of rain.
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 19°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
