Cottonwood & Verde Valley, AZ
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Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Excellent for hiking. High near 69°F. Risk of evening rain (30%). Light wind (14 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Paddling
Use Caution for paddling. High near 69°F. Risk of rain later today (30%). Breezy winds (14 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Excellent for camping. High near 69°F. Risk of rain later today (30%). Light wind (14 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Fishing
Use Caution for fishing. High near 69°F. Low rain risk (30%). Breezy winds (14 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Cottonwood & Verde Valley
Cottonwood & Verde Valley is a broader river-valley planning page for Dead Horse Ranch, Verde River access, Clarkdale, Jerome, Tuzigoot, Camp Verde, wineries, and scenic foothill drives.
Make the Most of a Cottonwood & Verde Valley Day
Use this page when planning a lower-elevation Verde Valley day that is not centered on Sedona’s main trailheads. Check river conditions, heat, and storm timing before paddling or committing to exposed walks.
Weather Tips for Cottonwood
- Valley heat, river flow, lightning, dust, flash flooding near washes, and wildfire smoke can all change the best plan.
- Check wind, waves, current, and lightning before choosing open water, shoreline, or river plans.
- For campground days, check overnight lows, fire restrictions, storm timing, and how quickly shelter is available.
- Never treat dry washes or canyon bottoms as safe during nearby storms because runoff can arrive from miles away.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page is meant to cover a roughly 25-mile outdoor-planning area around Cottonwood & Verde Valley, including Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Jerome, Camp Verde, the Verde River corridor, and nearby state park and monument access. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Clarkdale
- Jerome
- Dead Horse Ranch State Park
- Verde River Greenway
- Tuzigoot National Monument
- Camp Verde
- Page Springs
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Cottonwood & Verde Valley rather than forcing one itinerary. Match heat, sun exposure, wind, storm timing, water conditions, trail surfaces, fire restrictions, elevation, and road conditions to the activity that gives your group the most comfortable day.