Weather & Climate in Red Rock CDP (Apache County), AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Red Rock CDP (Apache County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,804 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6011°N, 109.0645°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | San Juan County County |
| Nearest Airport | Four Corners Regional (FMN) 47 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 88.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
19 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Apr 22, 2017 | 4 km SSW of Bluff, Utah | M3.7 | 85 km | 9 km |
| Jun 6, 2008 | 10 km NE of Bluff, Utah | M3.6 | 92 km | 12 km |
| Jun 25, 1991 | 10 km W of Oljato-Monument Valley, Utah | M3.4 | 125 km | 0 km |
| Feb 24, 1993 | 16 km SSE of Monticello, Utah | M3.1 | 127 km | -1 km |
| May 13, 1993 | 19 km SSE of Monticello, Utah | M3.1 | 124 km | -3 km |
| Jul 4, 2021 | 24 km SW of Lake Valley, New Mexico | M3.1 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 1992 | 26 km NNW of Mexican Hat, Utah | M3.0 | 118 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 1994 | 0 km SSE of Oljato-Monument Valley, Utah | M3.0 | 115 km | -1 km |
| Sep 13, 1996 | 10 km NW of Kayenta, Arizona | M2.9 | 116 km | 2 km |
| Sep 22, 1992 | 15 km NW of Oljato-Monument Valley, Utah | M2.8 | 130 km | 0 km |
| Jun 10, 2020 | 5 km WNW of Tsaile, Arizona | M2.8 | 36 km | 14 km |
| Mar 8, 1994 | 15 km NW of Kayenta, Arizona | M2.8 | 120 km | -3 km |
| Jan 30, 2023 | 18 km WSW of Pueblo Pintado, New Mexico | M2.7 | 138 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 1994 | 8 km NNW of Kayenta, Arizona | M2.7 | 112 km | -2 km |
| Sep 23, 1995 | 4 km E of Teec Nos Pos, Arizona | M2.7 | 36 km | 8 km |
| Aug 26, 2024 | 8 km S of Rough Rock, Arizona | M2.6 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Mar 6, 2023 | 17 km ENE of Chilchinbito, Arizona | M2.6 | 74 km | 13 km |
| Aug 25, 2024 | 13 km NNE of Round Rock, Arizona | M2.5 | 31 km | 5 km |
| Jul 16, 2022 | 11 km NW of Many Farms, Arizona | M2.5 | 60 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
18 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 25, 1985 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1957 | EF2 | 76 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 5, 1999 | EF1 | 98 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1970 | EF1 | 84 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 13, 2022 | EF0 | 75 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 2020 | EF0 | 70 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 10, 2015 | EF0 | 89 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 6, 2015 | EF0 | 80 km | 28.7 mi | 0 |
| Sep 18, 2013 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2013 | EF0 | 42 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2011 | EF0 | 76 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 21, 2010 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2010 | EF0 | 63 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2000 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2000 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 28, 1990 | EF0 | 78 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1963 | EF0 | 96 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 29, 1957 | EF0 | 74 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIRCHER (23,317 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | BIRCHER | 23,317 | 91 km |
| 2020 | WOOD SPRINGS 2 | 13,208 | 81 km |
| 2014 | ASSAYII LAKE | 13,176 | 66 km |
| 1986 | WESTTOE | 5,397 | 60 km |
| 1986 | HOGAN | 5,298 | 70 km |
| 2000 | PONY | 5,224 | 80 km |
| 1996 | CHAPIN 5 | 4,832 | 89 km |
| 2005 | LITTLE WATER1 | 4,342 | 73 km |
| 2002 | CARRIZO 1 | 3,701 | 24 km |
| 2005 | HOOK LAKE | 3,609 | 48 km |
| 1984 | FERNANDO | 3,419 | 67 km |
| 2009 | SAWMILL ROAD RX | 3,411 | 86 km |
| 2004 | TURKEY SPRING | 3,017 | 57 km |
| 2004 | SANDSPRING | 2,935 | 66 km |
| 1987 | AZTECTHREE | 2,857 | 56 km |
| 1989 | LONG MESA | 2,660 | 85 km |
| 2010 | FLUTED ROCK LAKE RX | 2,630 | 76 km |
| 2002 | LONG MESA | 2,599 | 84 km |
| 1998 | HOVENWEEP | 2,456 | 85 km |
| 2005 | TRAIL EAST | 2,369 | 94 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in |
Red Rock CDP (Apache County) has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.3") and June the driest (0.6").