City in Arizona

Current Local Time in Phoenix

Current local time and time zone in Phoenix, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 62°F now🕔 12:06 PM local📅 Best: February, March, April, May and November👥 1.7 million

Current local time in Phoenix

12:06 PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Phoenix
UTC offsetUTC-07:00
UTC now7:06 PM
Sunrise6:43 AM
Sunset5:39 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:43 AM
Sunset5:39 PM
Daylight10h 56m
Solar noon12:11 PM
Golden hour (am)6:43 AM - 7:43 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:39 PM - 5:39 PM
Blue hour (am)6:13 AM - 6:43 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:39 PM - 6:09 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 94%
Moonrise7:25 PM
Moonset9:55 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Phoenix

TypeCity
StateArizona
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates33°26′54.2″N 112°4′26.4″W (33.4484, -112.074)
Population1.650.000
Known forDesert sun and Sonoran hiking
Local time12:06 PM (UTC-07:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, April, May and November
ClimateHot and arid

Local time by airport in Phoenix

1 airports mapped in this atlas

Local time by zip / postal code in Phoenix

1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas

Local time by area code in Phoenix

1 area codes mapped in this atlas

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 62°F (16°C) in Phoenix with clear. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 58°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - 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 slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 87°F is 3.2°F below the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing 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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Coordinates: 33°26′54.2″N 112°4′26.4″W (33.4484, -112.074)

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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 62°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 48% and wind is 5 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 12:06 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.
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 28, 2026 at 12:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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