Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High41.0°C
Low5.0°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United States Phoenix, United States
Phoenix has a hot and arid climate with average temperatures ranging from 18°C / 65°F in January to 41°C / 106°F in July.
Annual rainfall patterns show an average of 20 mm / 0.79 inches per month, with February being the wettest (32 mm / 1.3 inches) and June the driest (2 mm / 0.08 inches).
The UV index ranges from 4 in December to 9 in July, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Daylight hours range from about 10 hours in December to 14.3 hours in June.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Phoenix.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
32 mm
February carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (7.1)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto14 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
9 km/h
April is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
16 %to52 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Phoenix, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Phoenix compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United States for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United States
#1 / 20
COOLEST (AVG)
in United States
#15 / 20
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United States
#19 / 20
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United States
#16 / 20
HIGHEST UV
in United States
#5 / 20
MOST HUMID
in United States
#19 / 20
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Phoenix, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Phoenix feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 30°C (86°F), with nights near 16°C (61°F). Overall it feels hot by day and mild after dark. The air usually feels fairly dry and comfortable. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Skies are often clear or only partly cloudy, so you’ll see a good amount of sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Phoenix for dry weather?
The driest month is usually June, with around 2 mm (0.08 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Phoenix?
UV tends to peak in July, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Phoenix a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 9 km/h (6 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 48 km/h (30 mph). Overall it is it often feels breezy, especially in more exposed spots or along the coast.
How much daylight does Phoenix get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.