Sturdevant Point

Cliff Prominent desert viewpoint on Colorado Plateau

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Sturdevant Point
36.1311, -112.1035

How to Get to Sturdevant Point #

Access via forest and county roads off the main highways in northern Arizona; nearest services are in small gateway towns-expect a short to moderate hike from the nearest car park depending on exact trailhead.

Tips for Visiting Sturdevant Point #

  • This vantage is remote-check park service notices for access and seasonal hunting closures.
  • Bring binoculars for long-distance views of canyon rims and river bends.
  • If using a drone, verify local regulations-airspace in national parks and monuments is often restricted.

Best Time to Visit Sturdevant Point #

Spring and fall offer the best balance of temperature and accessibility for Sturdevant Point.

Spring (Apr-Jun)
Apr-Jun · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Comfortable temperatures and clear vistas-ideal for hiking and photography.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
Sep-Nov · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Cooler weather and fewer visitors; dramatic light on the canyon walls.

Weather & Climate near Sturdevant Point #

Climate

Sturdevant Point's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
10° 27°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
15° 33°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
19° 36°

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with 33 mm of rain.

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
19° 35°

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 31°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
24°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

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