Arizona Weather Forecast
Arizona weather: 98°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Arizona
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 39 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,7 in, 1,9 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
Active alerts for Arizona
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 26 at 11:24AM MST until August 29 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
Air Quality Alert issued August 26 at 11:20AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
Air Quality Alert issued August 25 at 9:17AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
16-day forecast for Arizona
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 118° / 91° | 1% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 113° / 89° | 6% · 0,0 in | 20 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 111° / 89° | 8% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 104° / 90° | 33% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌧️ Showers | 103° / 86° | 47% · 0,5 in | 21 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 98° / 83° | 30% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 100° / 87° | 9% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 104° / 91° | 5% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 105° / 95° | 5% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 104° / 92° | 8% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 103° / 88° | 14% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light showers | 98° / 82° | 19% · 0,7 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 98° / 87° | 19% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 94° / 80° | 16% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 100° / 88° | 19% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 10 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 102° / 92° | 16% | 12 mph | 7 |
What this means for Arizona
Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 118°F is 11.2°F above the 107°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 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 98°F (36°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 21% 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 3:17 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 26, 2026 at 3:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
