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Sedona July Monsoon Weather Summary – Is El Niño Affecting It?

Sedona weather for July 2019 had below average temps and had some rain at the very end of the month (1.53”). This is less than normal for July.

Sedona’s Mariposa Restaurant – One of America’s Most Scenic – See Why!

Sedona’s Mariposa Restuarant – After seeing these photos, I am sure you might agree that the views from this restaurant that inspires South American and Central American cuisine are amazing. 

Should Sedona Luxury Homes Have Luxury Appliances and Amenities?

I am an expert in Sedona Luxury Home Sales as well as a past-president of SLREP. You will enjoy luxury market expertise and in-depth knowledge. I have inside knowledge of current and future luxury listings.

Sedona Weather June 2019 – Cooler Temps Prevail!

Sedona weather for June 2019 had below average temps and little rain (.06). Little or no rain is normal for June and may show that we are moving towards the change of weather patterns coming from the south.

The Shades or Shadows of the Sedona Summer Solstice

Summer solstice at sunrise…The walkway right next to the “m” in Sedona-Lifestyle.com points directly to the southeast position of the sun at the winter solstice. This shows the range of sun travel during the solstice intervals.

Enter Stage Left… Monsoon 2019 Is Here! What Will Sedona Arizona See This Summer?

Monsoon 2019 is a season – Sedona, AZ – First of all, there is no need to add season at the end of Monsoon because Monsoon is a season. Monsoon affects the west and southwest states because the pattern of the weather changes as noted below.

How Does Excessive Heat Affect Arizona?

OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration has recommended that outdoor workers who are working in heat between 103º to 115º should drink at least 4 cups of water an hour but no more than 6 cups an hour … – So about every 15 minutes grab a cup of water. Try to stay out of direct sunlight.  

Cottages At Coffeepot – June 2019 Market Update – Uncommon Homes

The Cottages At Coffeepot West Sedona is a gated community for those who want a lock and go lifestyle. The community has a full-time groundskeeper who maintains the front landscaping of each home.

Sedona Weather May 2019 in Soldiers Pass West Sedona Includes Snow!

Last year we already experienced 15 days above 90º.  This year we have had only 1 day in April at 90º. Pretty amazing! On Memorial Day, the temperature was 61º. It was actually too cool to sit outside and enjoy the hamburgers we BBQed. However, we realized that this weather could change on any given day so we have been relishing this cooler than normal weather and feel blessed to have it.

Surrealistic Mallards in Oak Creek – Tranquil Serenity

surrealistic mallards in Oak Creek Sedona Arizona.

Snow In Sedona During May… Really?

Sedona snow in May. Will This Be Our Coldest May?
There were huge flakes lasting 5 minutes. The temp was 34º a little after dawn right here in Soldiers Pass.

Pine Valley – Get A Glimpse of a Special Area and Lifestyle

Pine Valley is a distinctive community located approximately 3 miles off the SR 179. It is nestled at the very end of Jacks Canyon Road. Near the end of the road, there is a cattle guard and this welcomes you to Pine Valley.

May 2019 Crimson View Homes For Sale and Market Trends – West Sedona AZ 86336

If you travel north from State Route (SR) 89A onto Rodeo Road and start heading up the hill, you will reach Crimson View, Western Hills sub-divisions along with Cedar Ridge, Sedona Arizona. What you will notice first are Crimson Red Rocks of Capital Butte and Thunder Mountain. 

April Showers Bring May Flowers in Sedona Arizona

April Showers bring May Flowers! Sedona could not have had more beautiful weather during the month of April. Not one day dipped below freezing and the nighttime/daytime average was 58º. There were 27 days of temps over 65º (14 days between 70º ≤ 80º)!

Luxury BBQ Grill Cleaning Service at a Reasonable Cost!

Scott Thompson’s tagline is “Because YOU don’t want to do it!”. Scott provides a complete BBQ cleaning service that removes all traces of grease, fat, and carbon especially in places you can’t see. Scott is a courteous and respectful young man who provides all his own materials including tarps. Your BBQ Grill will look new again when he is finished. 

Celebrate Rock Climbing and 4 x 4 Day in the Red Rocks of Sedona AZ…. Off Road!

Rock Climbing is a big deal in Sedona Arizona. It is April 4th (4/4), and today we celebrate rock climbing and 4 wheel drive vehicles. check out the video, images and choices of rock climbing jeep tours you can take!

Sedona Weather March 2019 – In Like A Lion … Out Like A Lamb!

The month of March mirrored the saying “March came in like a lion and went out like a lamb”. The month was not quite as warm as 2018 but it was roughly a very similar temperature pattern. However, the leaves on our Japanese Maple tree are just coming in now.

Time Change – See How It Affects Arizona and Hawaii

Time Change? What time change? As the rest of the country prepares to “gain” an hour of sleep at 2 am on Sunday November 5th,  Arizona and Hawaii will have a normal day as always.  No clocks are moved backward during Fall or forward during Spring. Arizona stays on Mountain Standard Time (MST) all year long. 

2019 Soldiers Pass Sedona – Active Market Analysis – A Magical Place

Soldiers Pass is a very special place to live. It is located just west of Uptown Sedona. The road goes back a little more than a mile and it winds and bends it’s way through Soldiers Pass.  You get to see the many faces of Coffeepot Rock as you work you way through the pass. To the right of the road you will see the Sphinx and the Mittens further right you can easily see Ship Rock and The Fin.

Record February 2019 Sedona Snowfall ~ Soldiers Pass West Sedona AZ

Sedona February 2019 Weather – El Niño is responsible for our extreme cold weather this winter and especially February. Sedona had 5 low temperature readings below 20º with 11.2º the lowest temp so far this year. I am pretty sure this will hold as the lowest temperature. Last year only 1 day at 18.6º was recorded. The high temp for the month was 65.7º, where as last year it was 73.5º.