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Arizona Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Arizona, the United States of America this January 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 January

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 January, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Kayenta at 6°C (43°F) to pleasant in Yuma at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Yuma and -7°C (19°F) in Kayenta.

To explore the conditions in Arizona, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Springerville with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Payson with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Phoenix gets approximately 256 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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 January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Arizona, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Arizona (January)

Precipitation variation in Arizona (January)

Phoenix

In January Phoenix generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
256 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Scottsdale

In January Scottsdale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
255 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Tucson

In January Tucson generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
260 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Sedona

In January Sedona generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Kingman

In January Kingman generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sedona 13°C (55°F) 0°C (32°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Phoenix 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Scottsdale 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Tucson 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Kingman 14°C (57°F) 0°C (32°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Sierra Vista 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Arizona weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Arizona, the United States of America brings perfect weather. In Phoenix, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

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

Average temperatures in Arizona, the United States of America during January range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Phoenix.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Arizona, the United States of America during January, with Phoenix averaging close to 21 mm (0.8 in).

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

We consider January 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. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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