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joe_puma
Explorer
Dec 08, 2018

Flagstaff and southern rim

Having just retired, we will be heading to AZ around middle of Jan. heading to Phoenix for Feb. We are trying to decide if we should go in route 10 to the south, or route 40 into Flagstaff and try to go to the southern rim area for a few days, then head south on 17 to Phoenix. Our main concern would be towing in snowy conditions. Has anyone been on these roads say the middle to end of January, and how was the driving? Feel free to offer any other suggestions or ideas.
Thanks,
Ron
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  • Desert_Captain's avatar
    Desert_Captain
    Explorer III
    Dec 08, 2018
    Anywhere near Flagstaff in January can be problematic weatherwise, it's not unusual for I-40 to be closed between Albuquerque and Flagstaff. It will be cold and snow, often very heavy snow is common especially in Flagstaff.

    I recommend the southern route via I-10 and even there you can encounter snow at the higher elevations. Keep a close eye on the weather, the internet through your smart phone is your best friend and be prepared to hole up should you encounter storms.

    Good luck!

    :C

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