kateybug

I am planning a roadtrip from LA to Sedona at Christmas this year. Will there be snow? I have an SUV, will I need snowchains? How are the roads up to Sedona in winter?

USNR

Sedona receives very little snow throughout the winter. Some winters, none. Flagstaff? That's another topic because Sedona is at 4,500 ft. and Flagstaff is at 7,000. When we do receive snow, it is usually a dusting that comes during the night and is completely gone by 10 a.m. We have lived here since 1984 -- so we know.

kateybug

thank you so much! this is JUST what I needed to know! I saw online about RED ROCK FANTASY and it sounded really neat! Is Sedona the kind of place where things close down on Xmas Eve and Xmas Day or will there be restaurants open etc? My teenage daughter and I will be making the trip.

USNR

Most restaurants will be open as usual, especially those located at resorts. Most retail stores will close on Christmas Day. Red Rock Fantasy -- a big display of lights -- goes up at Los Abrigados, a resort in the center of town, next to Tlaquepaque, our arts & crafts village. Check the Chamber of Commerce web site for details as Christmas approaches. It's a pleasant place to spend the Holidays. Temps range between 30 and 50, with little chance of snow.

kateybug

thanks again -- we are going to be staying at the Southwest Inn. It got very high ratings and reviews on all of the travel sites and it was affordable.

We are looking forward to it!

Kerry392

I went to Sedona during Christmas week last year and it was snowing lightly. The people who lived and worked there were all excited; I was not so thrilled!
Be sure to pack warm clothes. It was freezing!