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Scottsdale weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Scottsdale
Oct–Apr is warm and sunny; Jan–Mar is peak season with spring training baseball. Jun–Sep is extremely hot (40°C+), though hotels are cheaper.
Scottsdale weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan19°33 mm
- Feb21°32 mm
- Mar26°21 mm
- Apr30°8 mm
- May35°6 mm
- Jun41°2 mm
- Jul42°33 mm
- Aug40°33 mm
- Sep38°22 mm
- Oct32°14 mm
- Nov25°19 mm
- Dec18°31 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C66°F | 5°C41°F | 33 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| February | 21°C69°F | 6°C44°F | 32 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C78°F | 10°C49°F | 21 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C85°F | 13°C55°F | 8 mm | 29% | Pleasant |
| May | 35°C95°F | 18°C65°F | 6 mm | 22% | Hot |
| June | 41°C107°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 15% | Very hot |
| July | 42°C107°F | 28°C82°F | 33 mm | 30% | Very hot |
| August | 40°C105°F | 27°C81°F | 33 mm | 35% | Very hot |
| September | 38°C100°F | 24°C74°F | 22 mm | 31% | Very hot |
| October | 32°C89°F | 17°C62°F | 14 mm | 30% | Pleasant |
| November | 25°C76°F | 10°C51°F | 19 mm | 34% | Pleasant |
| December | 18°C65°F | 5°C41°F | 31 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Scottsdale | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Scottsdale?
Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov. Oct–Apr is warm and sunny; Jan–Mar is peak season with spring training baseball. Jun–Sep is extremely hot (40°C+), though hotels are cheaper.
When is the rainy season in Scottsdale?
Rain peaks in January with about 33 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Scottsdale?
July, with average highs of 42°C (107°F).
How cold does Scottsdale get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 5°C (41°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- City of Scottsdale
- Valley Metro
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- Experience Scottsdale
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.