Benson (AZ) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Benson experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very hot days
to mild weather.
The city tends toward drier weather patterns.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Benson is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C in June to a moderate 17°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -1°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Benson maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 311 mm. The climate in Benson shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in July, with an average of 87 mm of precipitation over 18 rainy days. In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Benson Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Benson offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between May (13.4 hours daily) and December (8.2 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Benson.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 50%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 21%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Benson in the United States of America
During the months of February, March and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
June has an average maximum temperature of 37°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 87 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 401 hours of sunshine.
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