Phoenix, United StatesQuick decision
When to visit Phoenix?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
59°F–88°F in April
🌧 Least rain
3% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
July (16%)
📅 Best score
8.8/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Sonoran DesertNov–Mar — saguaro cacti, desert hikes, Camelback Mountain.
GolfNov–Apr — 200+ courses, ideal winter 22–28°C.
Taliesin WestOct–May — Frank Lloyd Wright's desert masterpiece, tours.
BudgetJun–Sep — extreme heat but prices –50%, pools everywhere.
Monthly climate data
Phoenix weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 43°F | 64°F | 12% | 0.0in | 9.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 46°F | 72°F | 11% | 0.0in | 10.4h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 50°F | 75°F | 11% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ April | 59°F | 88°F | 3% | 0.0in | 12.8h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ May | 68°F | 95°F | 2% | 0.0in | 13.0h | 7.5/10 |
| 🥵 June | 79°F | 106°F | 3% | 0.0in | 13.3h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 86°F | 108°F | 16% | 0.1in | 13.0h | 3.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 82°F | 104°F | 15% | 0.0in | 12.9h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 75°F | 100°F | 11% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 64°F | 90°F | 6% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ November | 52°F | 77°F | 7% | 0.0in | 9.9h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 43°F | 68°F | 13% | 0.0in | 9.1h | 7.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 30°F, 5% rainy days, 12.3h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 41°F, 11% rainy days, 13.1h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 32°F, 8% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 20°F, 12% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
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FAQ
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April is ideal with 3% rainy days and 31°F.
July is the wettest month with 16% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 31°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.7/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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