Best Time to Visit Phoenix
Best time: May, Apr, Oct, Mar.
Jul is warmest (41.7°C high); Aug is rainiest (30 mm).
Phoenix weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19.9 | 5.1 | 18 | 5.1 |
| Feb | 22.6 | 7.1 | 19 | 6.4 |
| Mar | 25.2 | 9.3 | 24 | 8.6 |
| Apr | 30.2 | 12.3 | 6 | 10.9 |
| May | 35.1 | 17.3 | 4 | 12.4 |
| Jun | 40.4 | 22.2 | 2 | 13 |
| Jul | 41.7 | 26.1 | 21 | 11.4 |
| Aug | 40.6 | 25.7 | 30 | 10.1 |
| Sep | 37.7 | 22 | 21 | 9.3 |
| Oct | 31.9 | 15.3 | 17 | 7.7 |
| Nov | 24.8 | 8.5 | 16 | 5.7 |
| Dec | 20.1 | 5.1 | 22 | 4.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayAprOctMar
Beaches: JunMayAprSep
Hiking: AprMarFebNov
Sightseeing: AprMayOctMar
Phoenix quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Phoenix?
May, Apr, Oct, Mar.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 30 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 41.7°C.
Where to stay
See Phoenix hotels · Book Phoenix tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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