Phoenix Weather

With few exceptions, the climate in all Greater Phoenix cities is substantially the same since other than mountain peaks, the elevation is fairly consistent in all areas. Yep, Phoenix is hot in the summer months, but there are few places where you will discover such mild and pleasant temperatures during fall, winter and spring. Besides, the summer is time for water related recreation like swimming, boating and water-skiing on the several lakes nearby.

Use the following charts to plan your relocation to Phoenix accordingly. The charts reflect average temperatures and rainfall as well as sunrise and sunset times during the year. Yes, and although infrequently, the area does get snowfall on rare occasions. It's quite beautiful seeing the desert cactus and mountain peaks dusted in that white stuff.

Phoenix Annual Weather Chart

Phoenix average annual high and low temperatures, rainfall, sunshine days, sunrise and sunset times.

Month January February March April May June July August September October November December

High 66 70 75 84 94 104 106 104 98 88 75 66

Low 41 45 49 55 64 73 81 79 73 61 49 42

Rainfall 0.7” 0.7” 0.9” 0.2” 0.1” 0.1” 0.8” 1.0” 0.9” 0.7” 0.7” 1.0”

Sunshine 78% 80% 84% 89% 93% 94% 85% 85% 89% 88% 83% 77%

Sunrise 7:32 7:12 6:38 6:58 6:28 6:18 6:29 6:50 7:11 7:33 6:59 7:25

Sunset 5:44 6:13 6:36 7:59 8:22 8:40 8:39 8:15 7:35 6:55 5:26 5:22