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Maricopa County Weather in October

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

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Phoenix Scottsdale Mesa Chandler

Planning a trip to Maricopa County, the United States of America this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Maricopa County in October

Maricopa County, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in Maricopa County generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Phoenix. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Scottsdale with an average of 6.6 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Glendale with 11 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Phoenix enjoys approximately 309 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 October

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

Temperature range in Maricopa County (October)

Precipitation variation in Maricopa County (October)

Phoenix

In October Phoenix generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
309 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Phoenix →

Scottsdale

In October Scottsdale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
31°C (88°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
308 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Scottsdale →

Mesa

In October Mesa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
308 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mesa →

Chandler

In October Chandler generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
308 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chandler →

Glendale

In October Glendale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
328 hours
309 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Maricopa County, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Phoenix 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Scottsdale 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Mesa 32°C (90°F) 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Chandler 32°C (90°F) 15°C (59°F) 8.9 mm (0.4 in)
Glendale 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Gilbert 32°C (90°F) 16°C (61°F) 8.6 mm (0.3 in)

Maricopa County weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Maricopa County, the United States of America typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Phoenix average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

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

Phoenix averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Maricopa County, the United States of America during October, with Phoenix averaging close to 8.2 mm (0.3 in).

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Maricopa County, the United States of America with overall perfect weather in Phoenix. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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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We have much more information about the climate in Maricopa County.

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