Whipple Point
Cliff Remote sandstone promontory in Arizona
A remote rocky point in northeastern Arizona frequented by hikers and photographers seeking desert vistas and layered sandstone formations.
How to Get to Whipple Point #
Access is usually by unpaved BLM or forest roads off regional highways; a high-clearance vehicle is often recommended. Nearest towns with services are hours away-plan fuel and supplies in advance and check local land management for access rules.
Tips for Visiting Whipple Point #
- If planning a viewpoint visit, allow extra time to reach the point-side roads can be rough and slow.
- Bring sun protection and water; the high plateaus at Whipple Point are exposed.
- Combine with nearby Navajo Nation sites if transiting the area-be mindful of tribal regulations and respect restricted zones.
Best Time to Visit Whipple Point #
Late spring through early autumn is the most accessible season for viewpoints and hikes.
Weather & Climate near Whipple Point #
Whipple 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.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 2°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 7 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.
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