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Arizona Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Arizona, the United States of America in February.

Thinking about venturing to Arizona, the United States of America this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Arizona in February

Arizona, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. Arizona, the United States of America offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. February falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Greer at 8°C (46°F) to warm in Yuma at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Yuma and -7°C (19°F) in Greer.

For a closer look at conditions across Arizona, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Yuma with an average of 3.2 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Williams with 36 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Phoenix sees close to 257 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Arizona by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Arizona — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sedona)

Best Places to Visit in Arizona in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Arizona.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Arizona

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Arizona, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Arizona (February)

Precipitation variation in Arizona (February)

Phoenix

In February Phoenix generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
257 hours
318 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Scottsdale

In February Scottsdale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
257 hours
318 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Tucson

In February Tucson generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
258 hours
321 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Sedona

In February Sedona generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Kingman

In February Kingman generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Arizona, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in the United States of America dropped to -39°C (-38°F) in Fargo on February 2, 1996.
  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in the United States of America was -33°C (-27°F) in Bismarck on February 1, 1996.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arizona in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sedona 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Phoenix 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Scottsdale 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Tucson 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Kingman 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Sierra Vista 19°C (66°F) 3°C (37°F) 7.7 mm (0.3 in)

Arizona weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arizona, the United States of America in February?

February in Arizona, the United States of America brings perfect weather. In Phoenix, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Arizona, the United States of America in February?

Average temperatures in Arizona, the United States of America during February range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Phoenix.

Does Arizona, the United States of America get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Arizona, the United States of America during February, with Phoenix averaging close to 12 mm (0.5 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Arizona, the United States of America?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Arizona, the United States of America. Typically, the climate in Phoenix is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Phoenix. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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