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Maricopa County Weather in July

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

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Phoenix Scottsdale Mesa Chandler

Planning a getaway to Maricopa County, the United States of America this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Maricopa County in July

Maricopa County, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Maricopa County generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. July is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 41°C (106°F) and nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) in Phoenix. In Maricopa County, the United States of America, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Glendale with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Chandler with 30 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Phoenix sees close to 378 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Maricopa County, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Maricopa County (July)

Precipitation variation in Maricopa County (July)

Phoenix

In July Phoenix generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
407 hours
378 hours
360 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Phoenix →

Scottsdale

In July Scottsdale generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
407 hours
378 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Scottsdale →

Mesa

In July Mesa generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
407 hours
378 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Mesa →

Chandler

In July Chandler generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
407 hours
378 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Chandler →

Glendale

In July Glendale generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
407 hours
378 hours
360 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Glendale →

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

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July 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.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Phoenix 41°C (106°F) 28°C (82°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Scottsdale 41°C (106°F) 28°C (82°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Mesa 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Chandler 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Glendale 41°C (106°F) 28°C (82°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Gilbert 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)

Maricopa County weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Maricopa County, the United States of America typically experiences poor weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Phoenix average around 41°C (106°F), and temperatures drop to about 28°C (82°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Maricopa County, the United States of America in July?

Phoenix averages a daytime maximum of 41°C (106°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 28°C (82°F).

Does Maricopa County, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Maricopa County, the United States of America during July, with Phoenix averaging close to 19 mm (0.7 in).

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

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Maricopa County, the United States of America due to the typically unpleasant weather in Phoenix.

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 weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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