Phoenix · AutumnMonth summary
Phoenix weather in October
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
18°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
6% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Phoenix in October?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 10.8h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
Our take: Phoenix in October: 32°C and 10.8h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Phoenix in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in October
🎯 Peak season — book ahead for best rates. Accommodation prices at their highest Autumn in Phoenix is often underrated: 32°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 6°C | 18°C | 12% | 1.0 | 9.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 8°C | 22°C | 11% | 1.0 | 10.4h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 10°C | 24°C | 11% | 1.0 | 11.1h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ April | 15°C | 31°C | 3% | 0.1 | 12.8h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ May | 20°C | 35°C | 2% | 0.1 | 13.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🥵 June | 26°C | 41°C | 3% | 0.2 | 13.3h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 30°C | 42°C | 16% | 1.6 | 13.0h | 3.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 28°C | 40°C | 15% | 1.2 | 12.9h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 24°C | 38°C | 11% | 1.0 | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 18°C | 32°C | 6% | 1.1 | 10.8h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ November | 11°C | 25°C | 7% | 0.7 | 9.9h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 6°C | 20°C | 13% | 1.1 | 9.1h | 7.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Phoenix averages 32°C, 6% rainy days and 10.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.2/10.
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Comparison
October vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Phoenix in October
Is October a good time to visit Phoenix?
October is an excellent time to visit Phoenix (score 8.2/10). With 32°C, 10.8h of sunshine and 6% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Phoenix in October?
Temperatures reach 32°C. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 10.8h/day.
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