Maricopa County Weather Forecast
Maricopa County weather: 74°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Maricopa County
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 26 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,8 in, 1,1 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for Maricopa County
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☀️ Clear sky | 84° / 58° | 0% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 55° | 0% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 55° | 0% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 74° | 11% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 77° / 71° | 70% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 79° / 69° | 38% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌧️ Showers | 75° / 63° | 74% · 0,8 in | 11 mph | 0 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 76° / 63° | 35% | 18 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☀️ Clear sky | 72° / 60° | 2% | 17 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 77° / 64° | 3% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 66° | 3% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 80° / 69° | 13% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 71° | 12% | 4 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 72° | 0% | 7 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | 81° / 71° | 3% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 72° | 0% | 4 mph | 5 |
What this means for Maricopa County
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is 7°F below the 91°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 75°F.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Maricopa County?
Maricopa County is a county in Arizona. Its coordinates are 33.4484, -112.074. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Maricopa County right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 30% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Maricopa County?
February, March, April, May and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Maricopa County, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Maricopa County in?
Maricopa County observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:46 PM.
How many people live in Maricopa County?
Maricopa County has a population of approximately 4.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Maricopa County?
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 Maricopa County?
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.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - 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 October 26, 2026 at 10:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
