10-Day Weather Forecast for Phoenix, AZ - The Weather Channel | weather.com (2024)

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What city in Arizona has the nicest weather? ›

SUNNY AND HOT

In Phoenix, we see about 300 sunny days. Yuma, in southwest Arizona, is the sunniest city in the state with more than 320 sunny days. Even in Flagstaff, in the mountains, we see about 260 days with sunshine.

Heat risk in Phoenix, AZ

The number of the hottest days in Phoenix is projected to keep increasing. In a typical year around 1990, people in Phoenix, AZ experienced about 7 days above 110.0ºF in a year. By 2050, people in Phoenix are projected to experience an average of about 47 days per year over 110.0ºF.

Unlike many other destinations in the country, Phoenix locals love the rain — but we don't always get it (Phoenix has an average rainfall of nine inches per year, compared to a national average of 38 inches).

Clear skies. Low 81F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph.

San Diego, California:

With average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 70°F throughout the year, abundant sunshine, and minimal rainfall, this Southern California gem provides an ideal environment for outdoor activities and beach lovers.

The year is already off to a warm start with April 2024 coming in as the 11th month in a row to be the hottest on record. 2024 may be first year to hit 1.5°C of warming (relative to the global above average temperature from 1991-2020).

Q: Why do people keep moving to Phoenix? A: With job opportunities, attractive weather, outdoor recreation, and plenty of fun things to add to your calendar — among many more perks — it's easy to see why Phoenix attracts many new residents each year.

PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5)— Most people know that the hottest temperature recorded in Phoenix was 122 degrees on June 26, 1990. However, the hottest temperature in the state was recorded at Lake Havasu when the thermometer reached 128 degrees on June 29, 1994.

From where does the city of Phoenix get its water? The city of Phoenix 's water supply comes primarily from the Salt River Project (SRP) which brings water by canal and pipeline from the Salt and Verde Rivers , and the Central Arizona Project (CAP) which transports Colorado River water.

What year did Phoenix get the most rain? ›

That same year, 1905, the rain gauge had overflowed with 7.95 inches by the end of February, and 1905 still stands as the wettest year on record for Phoenix, with 19.73 inches, according to weather service data.

Three rainy areas

The northern edge of the Valley (including the Cave Creek/Carefree area extending up toward Anthem). The northwest Valley area that includes Wickenburg. Here are some examples. In 2012 the official rain gauge for Phoenix at Sky Harbor Airport recorded 3 inches of rain during the monsoon season.

In addition to numerous daily record highs throughout the summer, the month of July ended as the hottest month ever recorded in the city of Phoenix with an average monthly temperature above 100 degrees (the first time the 100 degree threshold has ever been reached with respect to monthly average temperature).

An aerial view shows people walking past a homeless encampment in the afternoon heat on July 21, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. CLIMATEWIRE | Summer burns in Phoenix.

However in most of the city, an event that produces measurable snow is still quite rare. The greatest amount of snow recorded at the official reporting station in Phoenix was 1.0 inch on January 20 1933, and January 21 and 22 1937.

Famous for its red rock formations and spiritual vibe, Sedona also boasts a cooler climate than many other parts of Arizona. The town's average summer temperature of around 90°F (32°C) might not make Sedona the coldest place in Arizona during summer.

Tucked into the southwest corner of the state close to the Mexican border, Yuma is gaining popularity among snowbirds. As Arizona's warmest winter city and the sunniest year round place in the USA, it's the perfect climate for those looking to escape winter at a great price.