Prescott, AZ
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Excellent for hiking. High near 61°F. Risk of evening rain (41%). Light wind (15 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Biking
Use Caution for biking. High near 61°F. Risk of rain later today (41%). Breezy winds (15 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Use Caution for camping. High near 61°F. Risk of rain later today (41%). Breezy winds (15 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Prescott
Prescott is a central highlands planning page for granite boulder trails, forest roads, lakes, campgrounds, bike routes, downtown events, and day trips in Prescott National Forest.
Make the Most of a Prescott Day
Use the forecast to choose between exposed lake loops, forested trails, bike routes, or town-based plans. Prescott sits high enough for cool nights and winter weather but can still be hot and dry in summer.
Weather Tips for Prescott
- Elevation, monsoon storms, lightning, wildfire restrictions, smoke, winter snow, and lake wind can all shape Prescott-area plans.
- Elevation can change temperature, wind, storms, and road conditions quickly, even within a short drive.
- For campground days, check overnight lows, fire restrictions, storm timing, and how quickly shelter is available.
- Have a shore-based backup ready when wind, waves, or storms make open water less comfortable.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page is meant to cover a roughly 25-mile outdoor-planning area around Prescott, including Prescott, nearby lakes, Thumb Butte and Granite Mountain trails, Prescott Valley, and close-in Prescott National Forest recreation. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Watson Lake
- Lynx Lake
- Thumb Butte
- Granite Mountain
- Prescott National Forest
- Prescott Valley
- Chino Valley
- Heritage Park area
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Prescott 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.