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Weather & Climate in Greasewood, AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Greasewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 6,036 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,036 ft (1,840 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5286°N, 109.8609°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Apache County County |
| Nearest Airport | Winslow-Lindbergh Regional (INW) 60 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 78.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 99.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 0.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
31 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Mar 2, 2005 | 40 km SSW of Winslow West, Arizona | M5.1 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jan 30, 2005 | 41 km NNE of Washington Park, Arizona | M4.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 1998 | 15 km WSW of Joseph City, Arizona | M3.9 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2005 | 40 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.8 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2005 | 37 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.6 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Mar 1, 2025 | 6 km SE of Moenkopi, Arizona | M3.4 | 133 km | 12 km |
| Oct 18, 1998 | 14 km SE of Moenkopi, Arizona | M3.4 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jul 4, 2007 | 9 km S of Moenkopi, Arizona | M3.2 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Clay Springs, Arizona | M3.2 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2005 | 37 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.2 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 8, 2012 | 28 km SW of Winslow West, Arizona | M3.2 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jul 4, 2021 | 24 km SW of Lake Valley, New Mexico | M3.1 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2019 | 22 km NNW of Saint Johns, Arizona | M3.1 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 4 km SW of Clay Springs, Arizona | M3.0 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2005 | 41 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M2.9 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1996 | 10 km NW of Kayenta, Arizona | M2.9 | 147 km | 2 km |
| Jun 10, 2020 | 5 km WNW of Tsaile, Arizona | M2.8 | 103 km | 14 km |
| Apr 21, 2005 | 36 km SSW of Winslow West, Arizona | M2.8 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jul 4, 2021 | 28 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M2.8 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 7 km WSW of Pinedale, Arizona | M2.8 | 145 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
24 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF0.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 7, 2024 | EF0 | 79 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 2022 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2021 | EF0 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 16, 2021 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 20, 2015 | EF0 | 16 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 15, 2013 | EF0 | 94 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 2011 | EF0 | 77 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2010 | EF0 | 69 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2010 | EF0 | 84 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 2009 | EF0 | 52 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2005 | EF0 | 76 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 25, 2005 | EF0 | 54 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 2005 | EF0 | 78 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 2004 | EF0 | 81 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 3, 2003 | EF0 | 21 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 2003 | EF0 | 35 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 2003 | EF0 | 94 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 2001 | EF0 | 75 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 22, 1997 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 25, 1996 | EF0 | 59 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Francisco Volcanic Field (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Francisco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 1075 | 166 km |
| Red Hill | Volcanic field | 2,300 m (7,546 ft) | -9450 | 171 km |
| Zuni-Bandera | Volcanic field | 2,550 m (8,366 ft) | -1170 | 188 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
13 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: WOOD SPRINGS 2 (13,208 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | WOOD SPRINGS 2 | 13,208 | 64 km |
| 2009 | SAWMILL ROAD RX | 3,411 | 68 km |
| 2004 | TURKEY SPRING | 3,017 | 87 km |
| 2007 | OAK RIDGE 3 | 2,959 | 41 km |
| 1996 | ALLENTOWN5 | 2,653 | 69 km |
| 2010 | FLUTED ROCK LAKE RX | 2,630 | 74 km |
| 2006 | KINLICHEE CANYON 1 | 2,283 | 63 km |
| 1996 | HDSCRABBLE | 2,217 | 74 km |
| 2005 | KINLICHEE | 1,949 | 64 km |
| 2011 | CATTAIL CANYON JACKPOT BURN | 1,801 | 83 km |
| 2006 | KINLICHEE 2 | 1,738 | 46 km |
| 2001 | 9400 FMZ | 1,312 | 70 km |
| 2005 | OAK RIDGE | 1,309 | 60 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 0.8 in |
Greasewood has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.2").