City in Arizona

Things to Do in Phoenix

Top things to do in Phoenix: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

🌙 82°F now🕔 10:21 PM local📅 Best: February, March, April, May and November👥 1.7 million

Things to do in Phoenix

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Phoenix.

Map of Phoenix

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Coordinates: 33°26′54.2″N 112°4′26.4″W (33.4484, -112.074)

Weather in Phoenix right now

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82°F
Clear · feels like 81°F
Humidity38%
Wind4 mph N
Gusts5 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover0%
Pressure973 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 22 mi
Air quality67 · Moderate
Sunrise6:22 AM
Sunset6:12 PM
Moon🌖 Waning gibbous · 76%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:21 PM, Oct 1 local time.

⚠️Fri, Oct 2: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Oct 3: extreme heat, 95°F (35°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Oct 4: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Oct 5: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Oct 6: extreme heat, 98°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Oct 7: extreme heat, 101°F (38°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Best time to visit Phoenix

Go in February, March, April, May and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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

Summary

Phoenix is a city in Arizona. Phoenix is known for Desert sun and Sonoran hiking. It has a population of about 1.7 million.

Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Phoenix with clear. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 70°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Phoenix is February, March, April, May and November. The climate is hot and arid. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 107°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 43°F.

The closest major airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Saguaro National Park, Slide Rock State Park, Petrified Forest National Park and Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 94°F is in line with the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Phoenix today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Phoenix?

Phoenix is a city in Arizona. Its coordinates are 33.4484, -112.074. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Phoenix right now?

It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear. Humidity is 38% and wind is 4 mph.

When is the best time to visit Phoenix?

February, March, April, May and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Phoenix, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Phoenix in?

Phoenix observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:21 PM.

How many people live in Phoenix?

Phoenix has a population of approximately 1.7 million.

What is the nearest airport to Phoenix?

The closest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 4 mi away, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 252 mi away and San Diego International Airport (SAN), 300 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Phoenix?

Popular options include Saguaro National Park, Slide Rock State Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Colorado River and Grand Canyon National Park.

What places are in Phoenix?

Phoenix covers 3 places in this atlas, including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, ZIP Code 85004 and Area Code 602.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 1, 2026 at 10:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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