Phoenix in July

Listed as a month to avoid: Jun–Aug (extreme heat), late Jul–Sep monsoon storms.

July is rated avoid. These months rate higher:

• NovemberGreatInside Phoenix's best window: Nov–Apr.
• DecemberGreatInside Phoenix's best window: Nov–Apr.
• JanuaryGreatInside Phoenix's best window: Nov–Apr.
• FebruaryGreatInside Phoenix's best window: Nov–Apr.

• PhoenixHighs around 41 °C (106 °F), lows around 29 °C (84 °F), rain on about 4 daysHighs around 106 °F (41 °C), lows around 84 °F (29 °C), rain on about 4 days
• Desert Southwest, United States · Las Vegas, Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Death Valleyhot

  Spring and autumn are park season; June–August tops 40–45 °C (104–113 °F) in the low desert, and July–September monsoon storms bring flash floods in canyons.Spring and autumn are park season; June–August tops 104–113 °F (40–45 °C) in the low desert, and July–September monsoon storms bring flash floods in canyons.

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

• Independence Day big impact

  4 Jul · United States

  Fireworks and parades; parks, beaches and flights busy.

Crowds · United States overall

High

Prices · United States overall

High

United States overall: Peak season: parks full, 4 July crowds, 40 °C+ in the desert, humid East. Alaska and the Pacific Northwest are at their best.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Phoenix, side by side.

• Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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