ClimateForecastAugustSeptember >>

Phoenix weather in August (Arizona, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Phoenix in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Phoenix generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 40°C, while nights can cool down to about 28°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Phoenix in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 6 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 360 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Phoenix. January, February, March, April, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While August tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Phoenix climate page with graphs.

 

Phoenix, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 40°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 36%  
SunshineSunshine 360 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 87%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Phoenix in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Phoenix.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.