Our verdict
The best time to visit Scottsdale is September-October
The warmest month of the year in Scottsdale is July, where the average temperature gets to around 39℃ (102℉), but temperatures can reach as high as 41℃ (106℉) on the hottest days in summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as 5℃ (42℉) at night.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Scottsdale, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. The wet season in Scottsdale usually falls during the months surrounding July each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Keep reading to find out more detailed information about the seasons and climate in Scottsdale, as well as our favourite tools to help you find the best options for transport, accommodation, and much more.
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Scottsdale seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Scottsdale as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Scottsdale is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Scottsdale
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Scottsdale for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Scottsdale climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Scottsdale for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Scottsdale in January
- Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 43%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in January, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Scottsdale in February
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 39%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Scottsdale in March
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 30%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in March, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Scottsdale in April
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 21%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in April, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Scottsdale in May
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (90℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average humidity: 19%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in May, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Scottsdale in June
- Average temperature: 32℃ (89℉)
- Average high temperature: 39℃ (102℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 16%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 2mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in June, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Scottsdale in July
- Average temperature: 34℃ (93℉)
- Average high temperature: 39℃ (102℉)
- Average low temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average humidity: 30%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in July, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Scottsdale in August
- Average temperature: 34℃ (92℉)
- Average high temperature: 38℃ (101℉)
- Average low temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average humidity: 31%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in August, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Scottsdale in September
- Average temperature: 30℃ (87℉)
- Average high temperature: 36℃ (96℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 30%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in September, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
Scottsdale in October
- Average temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average humidity: 31%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Scottsdale in November
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 34%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 13mm (1") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in November, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Scottsdale in December
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 43%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Scottsdale in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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