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Maricopa County Weather in January

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

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Phoenix Scottsdale Mesa Chandler

Considering a trip to Maricopa County, the United States of America this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Maricopa County in January

Maricopa County, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. January in Maricopa County generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Phoenix.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Maricopa County, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Phoenix with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to low rainfall in Chandler with 26 mm (1 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 Maricopa County by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maricopa County - and find the best time to visit. (based on Phoenix)

January20°C (68°F) February22°C (72°F) March26°C (79°F) April30°C (86°F) May34°C (93°F) June40°C (104°F) This monthJuly41°C (106°F) August40°C (104°F) September38°C (100°F) October32°C (90°F) November25°C (77°F) December19°C (66°F)
Best Time to Visit Maricopa County →

Best Places to Visit in Maricopa County in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Maricopa County

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Maricopa County, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Maricopa County (January)

Precipitation variation in Maricopa County (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 excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
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
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Phoenix →

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 excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
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
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Scottsdale →

Mesa

In January Mesa 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 excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
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
30 mm (1.2 in)
25 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mesa →

Chandler

In January Chandler generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
255 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Chandler →

Glendale

In January Glendale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
256 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Glendale →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
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)
Mesa 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Chandler 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Glendale 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Gilbert 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 26 mm (1 in)

Maricopa County weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Maricopa County, the United States of America brings excellent 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 Maricopa County, the United States of America in January?

Average temperatures in Maricopa County, 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 Maricopa County, the United States of America get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Maricopa County, the United States of America. Phoenix averages only about 21 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide excellent weather in Phoenix. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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