When is the best time to go to Phoenix
The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Phoenix, United States. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.
Average temperatures in Phoenix
Phoenix weather by month
Please note our recommendations for when to visit Phoenix are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.
January
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17°C | 21mm | 9hrs | 11.1hrs |
The weather in January in Phoenix is characteristically mild and dry.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Phoenix.
January is in the winter in Phoenix and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 19°C (66°F), whilst at night 4°C (40°F) is normal.
On average January is the driest month of the year in Phoenix with around 21mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day.
February
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20°C | 18mm | 9.8hrs | 11.9hrs |
February in Phoenix is generally dry with the temperature being mild.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Phoenix, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.
February is in the winter in Phoenix and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 6°C (43°F) is normal.
On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Phoenix with around 18mm 0.7 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine per day.
March
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22°C | 22mm | 11hrs | 12.8hrs |
The weather in March in Phoenix is characteristically mild and dry.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Phoenix, with some very good weather at this time of year.
March is in the spring in Phoenix and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 24°C (76°F), whilst at night 9°C (47°F) is normal.
On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Phoenix with around 22mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day.
April
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26°C | 6mm | 12.6hrs | 13.8hrs |
Phoenix's weather in April is typically warm and very dry in nature.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Phoenix, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
April is in the spring in Phoenix and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 29°C (85°F), whilst at night 12°C (53°F) is normal.
On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Phoenix with around 6mm 0.2 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12.6 hours of sunshine per day.
May
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31°C | 3mm | 13.7hrs | 14.8hrs |
May is a very dry month in Phoenix and the temperature is generally hot.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Phoenix, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
May is in the spring in Phoenix and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 34°C (94°F), whilst at night 17°C (62°F) is normal.
On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Phoenix with around 3mm 0.1 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 13.7 hours of sunshine per day.
June
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36°C | 2mm | 14.5hrs | 11.1hrs |
The weather in June in Phoenix is characteristically very hot and very dry.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Phoenix, with some extremely good weather at this time of year.
June is in the summer in Phoenix and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 40°C (104°F), whilst at night 21°C (71°F) is normal.
On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Phoenix with around 2mm 0.1 inches of rain making it a very dry time to visit.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 14.5 hours of sunshine per day.
July
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37°C | 20mm | 12.9hrs | 11.9hrs |
July in Phoenix is generally dry with the temperature being very hot.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Phoenix for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
July is in the summer in Phoenix and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a hot 41°C (106°F), whilst at night 26°C (79°F) is normal.
On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Phoenix with around 20mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12.9 hours of sunshine per day.
August
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36°C | 29mm | 12.4hrs | 12.8hrs |
The weather in August in Phoenix is characteristically very hot and dry.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Phoenix.
August is in the summer in Phoenix and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a hot 40°C (104°F), whilst at night 25°C (78°F) is normal.
On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Phoenix with around 29mm 1.2 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12.4 hours of sunshine per day.
September
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33°C | 21mm | 11.7hrs | 13.8hrs |
Phoenix's weather in September is typically very hot and dry in nature.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Phoenix.
September is in the fall / autumn in Phoenix and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 37°C (98°F), whilst at night 22°C (71°F) is normal.
On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Phoenix with around 21mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Phoenix weather in September »
October
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 16mm | 10.7hrs | 14.8hrs |
October is a dry month in Phoenix and the temperature is generally hot.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of relatively acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Phoenix.
October is in the fall / autumn in Phoenix and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 15°C (59°F) is normal.
On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Phoenix with around 16mm 0.6 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.7 hours of sunshine per day.
November
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22°C | 17mm | 9.3hrs | 11.1hrs |
Mild and dry weather often prevails in Phoenix during the month of November
It is perhaps a good month to visit Phoenix, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
November is in the fall / autumn in Phoenix and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.
On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Phoenix with around 17mm 0.7 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.
December
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17°C | 22mm | 8.7hrs | 11.9hrs |
December in Phoenix is generally dry with the temperature being mild.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of pretty acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Phoenix.
December is in the winter in Phoenix and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 19°C (67°F), whilst at night 5°C (40°F) is normal.
On average December is the wettest month of the year in Phoenix with around 22mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Other monthly averages
Phoenix weather stats
| Hottest month: | July | 40.9°C 105.6°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | June | 2mm 0.1ins |
| Sunniest month: | June | 14.5hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 18.7°C 65.7°F |
| Wettest month: | August | 29mm 1.1ins |
| Warmest sea: | August | 22.2°C 72°F |
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