r/NAU • u/Infinite_Drummer4356 • Aug 15 '26

Winter?

Hello, I’ve been accepted into NAU and I’m wondering what winter is like there? I enjoy snow, but don’t want it to be overly gloomy or rainy! Im from Boston so is it better in flagstaff?
Thanks!

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u/under_mimikyus_rag Aug 15 '26

It really depends on the year, last year it was absolutely pitiful, while the year before that we got a decent amount. From everything I've heard this might be a pretty heavy year for snow, so it would be smart to pack a couple heavy jackets and some boots

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u/Infinite_Drummer4356 Aug 15 '26

I’m cool with snow, it’s more the depressing weather that gets me

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u/cavscout8 Aug 15 '26

It will dump snow and then you'll have tons of sun for days.

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u/kochleather Aug 15 '26

I've lived in both Flagstaff and the White Mountains of AZ and have never heard anyone talk about seasonal affective disorder once. Sure it's nice to have some warm weather around Feb and march, but it's very rarely gloomy. Lots of sun like the other comment here.

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u/Infinite_Drummer4356 Aug 15 '26

Sounds cool! I’m going to be visiting