Phoenix · SpringMonth summary
Phoenix weather in April
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
59°F – 88°F
🌧 Rainy days
3% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (8.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Phoenix in April?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.8h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°F.
Our take: Phoenix in April: 88°F and 12.8h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Phoenix in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Phoenix. Temperatures rise (31°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (3% 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 °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | 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
◀ 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 April, Phoenix averages 88°F, 3% rainy days and 12.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.8/10.
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Comparison
April vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 8.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Phoenix in April
Is April a good time to visit Phoenix?
April is an excellent time to visit Phoenix (score 8.8/10). With 88°F, 12.8h of sunshine and 3% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Phoenix in April?
Temperatures reach 88°F. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 12.8h/day.
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