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Scottsdale (AZ) Climate by Month

The climate in Scottsdale is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months to pleasant in the cooler months. The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Scottsdale, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 41°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 18°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 5°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Scottsdale sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 193 mm of rainfall per year. Scottsdale can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 32 mm of precipitation over 7 rainy days. In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.5 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Scottsdale can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 13.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 8.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Scottsdale 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Scottsdale?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 41°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Scottsdale?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 18°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Scottsdale?
    August tops the wettest month list with 32 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Scottsdale?
    June is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Scottsdale?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 407 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Scottsdale (AZ)

    Sat   Nov 23
    27°C | 9°C
    S 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    23°C | 9°C
    S 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    25°C | 10°C
    E 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain