Nizhoni PointNizhoni Point at a Glance
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When to Go
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 19
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - 9° | -2° | 15 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -4° - 12° | 1° | 13 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 15° | 4° | 16 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 20° | 11° | 10 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 6° - 25° | 16° | 10 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 31° | 21° | 7 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 15° - 34° | 24° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 32° | 23° | 40 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 11° - 28° | 20° | 30 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 22° | 13° | 28 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 15° | 4° | 17 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - 9° | -1° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.