Weather in Phoenix
What's the weather like in Phoenix?
Phoenix has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in January to 41°C (105°F) in July, with overnight lows around 6°C (42°F) and 29°C (84°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Phoenix are January through March, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Phoenix
- Coordinates
- 33.448, -112.074
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 6°C / 42°F | 27 mm | 6 | — |
| February | 22°C / 71°F | 7°C / 45°F | 29 mm | 5 | — |
| March | 26°C / 78°F | 11°C / 51°F | 22 mm | 4 | — |
| April | 31°C / 87°F | 15°C / 60°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| May | 34°C / 94°F | 20°C / 67°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| June | 41°C / 105°F | 26°C / 78°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 41°C / 105°F | 29°C / 84°F | 52 mm | 11 | — |
| August | 40°C / 103°F | 28°C / 82°F | 39 mm | 10 | — |
| September | 37°C / 98°F | 24°C / 76°F | 32 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 17°C / 63°F | 24 mm | 4 | — |
| November | 25°C / 76°F | 11°C / 51°F | 15 mm | 3 | — |
| December | 19°C / 65°F | 6°C / 43°F | 39 mm | 7 | — |
Phoenix by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Phoenix?
The most comfortable months in Phoenix are usually February, March, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Phoenix?
July is typically the hottest month in Phoenix, averaging a high of 41°C (105°F).
What is the coldest month in Phoenix?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 6°C (42°F).
Does it snow in Phoenix?
Snow is rare in Phoenix; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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