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Weather in January

January, like December, in Fort Defiance, Arizona, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Fort Defiance's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is another cold month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C). A minor adjustment in Fort Defiance's average high-temperature is noted with the start of February, touching a still wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) from January's 37.8°F (3.2°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.8°F (11°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C). The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Fort Defiance, Arizona, is a refreshing spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.5°F (15.3°C) and min 37.2°F (2.9°C). April showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from March's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.6°F (7°C) and max 67.8°F (19.9°C). The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a still refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is a moderately hot month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average temperature varying between 81°F (27.2°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C). An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of June, moving from a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in May to a moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C). July, with an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and a low of 61.7°F (16.5°C), signifies the warmest month of the year. July's mean heat index is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fort Defiance, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.9°F (26.6°C) and min 60.8°F (16°C). In August, Fort Defiance experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 81.7°F (27.6°C) in July to a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 73.4°F (23°C). The commencement of September includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from 79.9°F (26.6°C) in August to a still moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C). The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is also a fresh month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.7°F (10.4°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Onset of November comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in October to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Defiance, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Fort Defiance's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Weather in December »
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Fort Defiance?

January, known for its average high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), is the coldest month in Fort Defiance, Arizona.

What is the most humid month in Fort Defiance?

The most humid month in Fort Defiance, Arizona, is January, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

How many days does it rain in Fort Defiance?

Throughout the year, in Fort Defiance, there are 91.1 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow in Fort Defiance?

Months with snowfall in Fort Defiance are January through May, October through December.

How much does it snow in Fort Defiance?

In Fort Defiance, Arizona, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 22.44" (570mm) of snow.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Defiance?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Defiance?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Defiance are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Fort Defiance?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

What is the least humid month in Fort Defiance?

With an average relative humidity of 24%, June is the least humid month.

What is the driest month in Fort Defiance?

The month with the least rainfall in Fort Defiance is June, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Defiance?

In Fort Defiance, Arizona, snow does not fall in June through September.

When are the longest days in Fort Defiance?

With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

What month has the most sunshine in Fort Defiance?

The month with the most sunshine in Fort Defiance, Arizona, is June, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Fort Defiance?

The months with the highest UV index in Fort Defiance are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What part of the year is the hottest in Fort Defiance?

Fort Defiance's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in July, with a high of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and a low of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

What is the wettest month in Fort Defiance?

The month with the most rainfall in Fort Defiance, Arizona, is July, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Fort Defiance?

The month with the most snowfall in Fort Defiance, Arizona, is December, when snow falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Defiance?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fort Defiance, Arizona, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

Average temperature
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average temperature - Fort Defiance, AZ

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average pressure - Fort Defiance, AZ

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average wind speed - Fort Defiance, AZ

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average rainfall
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average rainfall - Fort Defiance, AZ

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.39").

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Average rainfall days
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average rainfall days - Fort Defiance, AZ

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average snowfall - Fort Defiance, AZ

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average snowfall days - Fort Defiance, AZ

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight / Average sunshine
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Fort Defiance, AZ

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average sunshine days - Fort Defiance, AZ

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

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Average UV index
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average UV index - Fort Defiance, AZ

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average visibility
Fort Defiance, AZ

Average visibility - Fort Defiance, AZ

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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