Strawberry Crater
Crater Cinder cone volcano within Arizona's volcanic field
Cinder cone in northern Arizona within Coconino National Forest; attracts hikers and geology enthusiasts for volcanic scoria, short trails and wide desert‑plateau vistas.
How to Get to Strawberry Crater #
Accessible by dirt roads off State Route 89A north of Flagstaff and the Sunset Crater area. A high‑clearance vehicle is recommended for some access tracks; combine with a visit to nearby national monuments (Sunset Crater and Wupatki) for paved access and interpretive trails.
Tips for Visiting Strawberry Crater #
- Drive the Navajo Nation roads only in dry weather unless experienced; high clearance and four‑wheel drive are recommended for nearby trails.
- Bring sunscreen and at least 2 liters of water per person-Arizona sun is intense even on cool days.
- Combine a visit with the Sunset Crater area to see a variety of volcanic landforms in one trip.
Best Time to Visit Strawberry Crater #
Best in spring or autumn for hiking and comfortable temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Strawberry Crater #
Strawberry Crater's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 20°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 53 mm of rain.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.
