Natural Arch

Natural Arch is a natural arch in Coconino County in northern Arizona, sitting at about 5,540 feet. The closest town is Shonto, roughly 12 miles away, and the surrounding land falls within the Navajo Region Fire and Aviation Management unit. Typical averages from the Monument Valley weather station, about 45 miles away and at nearly the same elevation, show a wide swing through the year. Winters are cold, with January and December highs around 41°F and lows near 25°F. Spring warms quickly: March reaches about 59°F, April about 67°F, and May about 77°F. Summer is hot, with June highs near 89°F and July peaking around 93°F with lows in the upper 60s. August stays close to 90°F before September eases to about 82°F. October, with highs near 69°F and lows around 45°F, is one of the mildest months, while November drops to about 53°F. Spring and fall offer the most moderate temperatures for a visit, and midsummer afternoons run hot. Eggshell Arch Trail, about 3 miles away, makes a natural pairing for a second arch outing in the same area.