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Sedona Facts
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Population: 11,000 Elevation: 4,500 feet Square Mileage: 19 sq. mi. Distance to Phoenix: 113 miles Distance to Las Vegas: 278 miles Distance to the Grand Canyon: 114 miles
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What is the weather like in Sedona?
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Weather in the great southwest is famous for being unpredictable and extreme. Arizona weather is no exception with its spectacular summer monsoon and thunder storms. The City of Sedona is blessed to sit in the states Goldilocks Zone. At an altitude of 4500 feet above sea level, Sedona is not too hot and not too cold… it is just right. Our town receives approximately 18 inches of rain (most during the summer monsoon) and 3.5 inches of snow annually, making it ideal for vacationers. Beginning in October temperatures will begin to dip considerably after the sun sets, so be sure to bring a light sweater or jacket to avoid a chill.
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What time zone is it in Sedona?
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Sedona, Arizona is in Mountain Standard Time year-round, and does NOT observe Daylight Savings Time. The effect of this is that Arizona is on the same time zone as Mountain Time states during the winter months. In the summer months, Arizona is on the same time as Pacific Daylight Time states.
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If I have an extra day in Sedona what should I do?
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In one day, you will get a taste of Sedona, and want to come back. In one day, you can see the beauty of the Red Rocks by stopping at the Chapel of the Holy Cross or Airport Mesa via Airport Road. A trolley ride or a hike in Red Rock Country will show you the beauty of our vibrant city. In addition, there are numerous galleries, attractions and restaurants that you will want to see while you’re in town. Dry Creek Road, Red Rock Crossing and the scenic drives of 89A through Oak Creek Canyon and State Route 179 to I-17 are sure to be pleasing. For possible itineraries see here: https://visitsedona.com/things-to-do/itineraries/
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What is the S-Hub?
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S-Hub refers to Sedona (S) as the center of your travels to the east, west, north and south. Excursions can easily be planned from Sedona to Montezuma Castle, Indian Ruins, the ghost town of Jerome, the Grand Canyon, the Parks of the Navajo Nation, Canyon de Chelly and other interesting spots in Arizona and beyond.
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What and where are the Vortexes?
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In the early 1970s Page Bryant wrote a book identifying centers of energy in Sedona. Each has its own attributes and collectively they began to attract the attention of the global New Age community after the 1986 Harmonic Convergence. The vortexes are located at Airport Mesa, Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock and Boynton Canyon. Read this article for more information: https://visitsedona.com/spiritual-wellness/what-is-a-vortex/
