Nizhoni Point

Cliff Scenic viewpoint offering panoramic canyon landscapes

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Nizhoni Point
35.0695, -109.7948

How to Get to Nizhoni Point #

Nizhoni Point is in a remote area of northeastern Arizona; access is by unpaved local roads from the nearest regional highways. Visitors should plan a car trip from a regional centre (Flagstaff or Gallup depending on approach), confirm road conditions and check local land-permit requirements.

Tips for Visiting Nizhoni Point #

  • Because Nizhoni Point is remote, travel prepared with extra water, fuel and a reliable map or GPS.
  • Respect Navajo Nation regulations if the point lies within reservation lands; permits may be required for some activities.
  • Cell service can be unreliable - download maps offline and inform someone of your route.

Best Time to Visit Nizhoni Point #

Spring through fall for reliable access and comfortable temperatures.

Spring-Fall
Apr-Oct · 5-25°C (41-77°F)
Milder temperatures make outdoor exploration more comfortable.
Winter
Nov-Mar · -10-5°C (14-41°F)
Cold and potentially snowy; some access roads may be impassable.

Weather & Climate near Nizhoni Point #

Climate

Nizhoni 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
-7°
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
-7°

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
20°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
25°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 7 mm.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
11° 31°

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 (33 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

33 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

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°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 10°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

17 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

18 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

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