Hecla, AZ
Unincorporated community in Yavapai County, Arizona
Hecla is a small unincorporated community in Yavapai County, Arizona. It is 7.5 miles W of Dewey-Humboldt, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 86327.
Hecla at a glance
- State
- Arizona
- County
- Yavapai County
- ZIP code
- 86327
- Nearest town
- Dewey-Humboldt (7.5 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Phoenix
- Coordinates
- 34.5381, -112.1208
Weather in Hecla now
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Hecla weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Hecla.
This week in Hecla
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Hecla
What is the weather usually like in Hecla?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 91°F average high
- Decembercoldest month · 34°F average low
- 17.7 inprecipitation per year · 450 mm
- 6.3 insnowfall per year · 16 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Hecla: May–June and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station JEROME, AZ US (USC00024453), adjusted for the elevation of Hecla.
Hecla weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Hecla through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:33 AM | 5:42 PM | 10 h 9 min |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:13 PM | 11 h 1 min |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:37 PM | 12 h 0 min |
| April | 5:55 AM | 7:01 PM | 13 h 6 min |
| May | 5:24 AM | 7:25 PM | 14 h 1 min |
| June | 5:13 AM | 7:44 PM | 14 h 30 min |
| July | 5:25 AM | 7:43 PM | 14 h 17 min |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:17 PM | 13 h 29 min |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:36 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 6:33 AM | 5:55 PM | 11 h 22 min |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:25 PM | 10 h 24 min |
| December | 7:26 AM | 5:20 PM | 9 h 54 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Phoenix).
What is the weather like in Hecla?
Hecla has a cold semi-arid climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is December, with average lows of 34°F (1°C).
It gets about 17.7 inches (450 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is June. Snow is common: about 6 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Hecla is May–June and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Hecla
The closest live webcam is Mayer, 11.0 miles SW of Hecla.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Hecla.
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Other communities near Hecla
- Dewey6.8 mi W
- Humboldt7.1 mi W
- Poland Junction10.4 mi SW
- Ocotillo12.9 mi S
- Aultman13.0 mi NE
- Arnold Place13.0 mi SE
- Arcosanti13.5 mi S
- Jordan Meadows14.5 mi E
- Diamond Valley14.6 mi W
- Verde River Meadows One14.6 mi E
- Dugas14.6 mi SE
- Security Acres14.6 mi E
- Security Acres14.6 mi E
- Reddells Ranch Acres14.9 mi E
- Yavapai Hills15.0 mi W
Questions about Hecla
Where is Hecla, AZ?
Hecla is an unincorporated community in Yavapai County, Arizona, 7.5 miles W of Dewey-Humboldt.
What county is Hecla in?
Hecla is in Yavapai County, Arizona.
What is the ZIP code of Hecla, AZ?
The ZIP code for Hecla is 86327.
What is the nearest town to Hecla?
Dewey-Humboldt, 7.5 miles away.
Are there webcams near Hecla?
Yes. The closest is Mayer, 11.0 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Hecla?
July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).
What is the coldest month in Hecla?
December, with an average low of 34°F (1°C).
How much does it rain in Hecla?
About 17.7 inches (450 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Hecla?
Yes, about 6 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Hecla?
May–June and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Hecla have?
Cold semi-arid (Köppen BSk).
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