Month guide · Phoenix · United States
Phoenix in July
What July is really like in Phoenix: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 41°C (106°F), lows of 29°C (84°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 14.2 hours of daylight. The hottest month, with monsoon humidity, dust storms and evening thunderstorms; resort deals are at their deepest.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 41°C (106°F) / 29°C (84°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Phoenix: days average 41°C (106°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 29°C (84°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 31 days. Compared with June (40°C (104°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 41°C (106°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:29
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 19:39
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
Summer (June–September). Extreme heat, monsoon storms and dust storms; best for discounted resort pool stays and early-morning activities only.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 1 for crowds (the peak is February at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes July one of the better-value months to book.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Phoenix, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Neighbourhood · Scottsdale
Old Town Scottsdale
Walk the gallery district on a Thursday evening, then have dinner nearby.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Art
- Free
- After dark
Street · Roosevelt Row
Roosevelt Row arts district
A few blocks of Roosevelt Street and the grid around it, covered with large murals and lined with galleries, coffee shops, vintage stores and restaurants.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Free
- Photo spot
- After dark
Historic site · Downtown Phoenix
Heritage Square
Combine a Rosson House tour with lunch on the square and the Arizona Science Center next door.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Food
Zoo · Papago Park
Phoenix Zoo
A large, non-profit zoo in Papago Park with an Arizona Trail of native wildlife, an African savanna, orangutans and a children's area.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
What to pack
For highs near 41°C, lows near 29°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Phoenix?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, November–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Phoenix in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Phoenix?
It is a month many travellers avoid. The hottest month, with monsoon humidity, dust storms and evening thunderstorms; resort deals are at their deepest.
+How warm is Phoenix in July?
Average highs are around 41°C (106°F) and lows around 29°C (84°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Phoenix in July?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.