Arizona Weather Forecast
Arizona weather: 112°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Arizona is a state in United States. Arizona is a US state with its capital at Phoenix. It has a population of about 7.4 million. The capital is Phoenix.
Right now it is 112°F (44°C) in Arizona with clear sky. It feels like 109°F. Today runs from 90°F to 114°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Arizona 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 Grand Canyon National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Saguaro National Park and Antelope Canyon.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 114°F is 7.4°F above the 107°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Arizona 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.
Active alerts for Arizona
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 22 at 11:42AM MST until August 29 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
Air Quality Alert issued August 21 at 9:18AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
Weather in Arizona right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:07 PM, Aug 22 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Arizona
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 114° / 90° | 1% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 111° / 86° | 7% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 109° / 85° | 18% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 112° / 98° | 1% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 113° / 98° | 1% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 113° / 98° | 1% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 114° / 98° | 2% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 111° / 96° | 3% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☀️ Clear sky | 112° / 96° | 5% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 109° / 96° | 10% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 105° / 94° | 7% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 108° / 95° | 10% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 106° / 95° | 19% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 107° / 92° | 23% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 103° / 93° | 25% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 105° / 93° | 19% | 12 mph | 7 |
Climate in Arizona month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65° | 43° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 74° | 50° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 80° | 55° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 60° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 94° | 69° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 106° | 81° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 107° | 85° | 1,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 107° | 85° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 101° | 76° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 91° | 65° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 76° | 52° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 70° | 46° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Arizona
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Air quality and pollen in Arizona
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Arizona
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.
Weather by city in Arizona
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Weather by national park in Arizona
3 national parks mapped in this atlas
Weather by attraction in Arizona
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Weather by unesco world heritage site in Arizona
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Weather by state park in Arizona
2 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Weather by river in Arizona
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Weather by county in Arizona
2 counties mapped in this atlas
Explore Arizona
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Arizona?
Arizona is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 33.4484, -112.074. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Arizona right now?
It is currently 112°F (44°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 12% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Arizona?
February, March, April, May and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Arizona, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Arizona in?
Arizona observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 6:07 PM.
How many people live in Arizona?
Arizona has a population of approximately 7.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Arizona?
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 Arizona?
Popular options include Grand Canyon National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Saguaro National Park, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
What places are in Arizona?
Arizona covers 14 places in this atlas, including Phoenix, Grand Canyon National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Saguaro National Park, Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 August 22, 2026 at 6:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
