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Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness
Climate and Weather

The following chart shows the average temperatures for each month.

MONTH HIGH LOW   MONTH HIGH LOW
January 61 34   July 99 67
February 65 35 August 96 65
March 67 38 September 93 61
April 78 42 October  82 48
May 87 48 November 69 37
June 98 57 December 64 34

Current National Weather Service Forecast

Aravaipa Canyon receives about ten inches of rain a year, mostly falling in July and August. Recent precipitation will dictate streamflow and depth of the creek. Visit the U.S. Geological Survey's website to get real-time streamflow. Call the BLM Safford Field Office or Ranger Stations for current stream conditions.

When is the best time to hike Aravaipa?

Spring and fall are most popular and permits fill up quickly during those seasons.

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