Phoenix weather
11-year climate averages (2015–2025), month by month
Phoenix in october
Current month averages, based on 11 complete years of records (2015–2025). Read the full guide →
Phoenix sits at 33°26′N 112°04′W in United States, in North America. Its climate profile is shaped by these coordinates — and the 11 complete years of records below (2015–2025) reveal exactly how each season feels on the ground.
Below, you'll find monthly averages for temperature, rainfall and sunshine, drawn from the Open-Meteo Archive. Every month links to a full guide with what to pack, where to stay, and when to arrive.
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Phoenix weather — FAQ
Q01What is the ideal season to travel to Phoenix?
What is the ideal season to travel to Phoenix?
The best months to visit Phoenix are January, February, March, November. Late February-early March Saguaro flowers start blooming while Cactus League baseball spring training packs every ballpark and the pool water hits swimmable 22C.
Q02When does Phoenix reach its peak summer heat?
When does Phoenix reach its peak summer heat?
July runs the highest averages in Phoenix, with typical daytime highs of 42°C (107°F). July 47C daily; locals swim at 5am, hike Camelback before 6am closure by rangers, and hit Salt River tubing which runs 20C mountain snowmelt.
Q03When is winter at its deepest in Phoenix?
When is winter at its deepest in Phoenix?
January brings the lowest averages, with daytime highs near 19°C (66°F). January 8C nights are Phoenix winter; snowbirds triple population, Papago Park hiking peaks, and Verde River tubing closes for the season.
Q04What is the wettest time of year in Phoenix?
What is the wettest time of year in Phoenix?
July typically records the highest monthly rainfall — around 49mm on average. August monsoon haboob dust storms wall a mile high across the valley; microbursts flip planes at Sky Harbor and flash floods close South Mountain Park.
Q05What kind of climate does Phoenix have?
What kind of climate does Phoenix have?
Phoenix, United States has very hot summers, warm winters. Phoenix is 25 municipalities pretending to be one city and driving is mandatory; the Light Rail only helps if you live along it. Scottsdale is Old Town party, Tempe is ASU student, Chandler is tech, and downtown Roosevelt Row is the actual creative district. Best Sonoran hot dogs at El Guero Canelo in the Nogales tradition, best chimichanga at Macayo's since it was invented there in 1946. Never touch a saguaro; it is a state felony to harm one. You can read the detailed month-by-month breakdown on this page.