Pintado PointPintado Point at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Pintado Point
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Pintado Point
Best in spring and autumn to avoid high summer heat; verify access with local land managers if the point falls on tribal or restricted land.
Spring
March-May · 10-25°C
Better temperatures for walking and clear skies for long views.
Autumn
September-November · 10-25°C
Cooler days and steady weather; beautiful light for photography.
Weather & Climate near Pintado Point
Climate
Pintado 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 20
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -6° - 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° - 32° | 21° | 7 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 15° - 34° | 24° | 32 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 15° - 32° | 24° | 40 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 11° - 29° | 20° | 30 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 22° | 13° | 28 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 15° | 4° | 16 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - 10° | -1° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Pintado Point
Often reached by short, sometimes unpaved roads from the nearest highway; parking is minimal so arrive prepared to walk a few hundred metres to the viewpoint. Check local maps for private property or tribal land boundaries.
Tips for Visiting Pintado Point
- Respect any Navajo Nation or tribal signage-some sites have restricted access or require permits.
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching - cliffs and promontories host raptors and migratory species.
- Plan for remote conditions: limited shade and cell coverage in similar Arizona landscapes.