The best times to visit Gilbert for ideal weather are

February 5th to April 22nd

or

October 22nd to December 2nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Gilbert Travel Info

Weather in Gilbert

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gilbert vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 52nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Gilbert, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late June where highs are regularly around 110.5°F (43.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 84.5°F (29.2°C) at night.

Gilbert Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gilbert Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Gilbert Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gilbert Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gilbert Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 69.7 56.2 44.5
Feb 73.2 59.7 47.8
Mar 82 67.8 54.3
Apr 88.6 74.3 60.1
May 96.1 82.5 68.4
Jun 106.6 93.3 78.6
Jul 108 95.6 84.2
Aug 107.5 95 83.6
Sep 102.7 89.8 78.1
Oct 91.5 77.4 64.9
Nov 79.8 65.7 53.6
Dec 67.9 55.1 44.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 20.9 13.4 6.9
Feb 22.9 15.4 8.8
Mar 27.8 19.9 12.4
Apr 31.4 23.5 15.6
May 35.6 28.1 20.2
Jun 41.4 34.1 25.9
Jul 42.2 35.3 29
Aug 41.9 35 28.7
Sep 39.3 32.1 25.6
Oct 33.1 25.2 18.3
Nov 26.6 18.7 12
Dec 19.9 12.8 6.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gilbert are June, May, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid February. For example, on the week of February 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Gilbert? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Gilbert.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gilbert (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 6% 0 0.8
Feb 5% 0 0.5
Mar 4% 0 0.5
Apr 1% 0 0.1
May 1% 0 0.2
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 6% 0 0.9
Aug 9% 0 1.2
Sep 4% 0 0.9
Oct 1% 0 0.2
Nov 3% 0 0.5
Dec 7% 0 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 2
Feb 5 0 1.3
Mar 4 0 1.3
Apr 1 0 0.3
May 1 0 0.5
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 6 0 2.3
Aug 9 0 3
Sep 4 0 2.3
Oct 1 0 0.5
Nov 3 0 1.3
Dec 7 0 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Gilbert has some months with regular humidity, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is June (7.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (35.1%).

Wind in Gilbert is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by May and April. July’s average wind speed of around 6.7 knots (7.7 MPH or 12.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early July where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Gilbert.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.1 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.6 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Mar 5.4 Light breeze 12.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 14.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Jul 6.7 Light breeze 15.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.9 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Sep 5.5 Light breeze 12.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.8 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 28.2%
Feb 27.3%
Mar 17.1%
Apr 11%
May 9.7%
Jun 7.7%
Jul 20.8%
Aug 22.4%
Sep 20.6%
Oct 18.6%
Nov 21.7%
Dec 35.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gilbert?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Gilbert, AZ, US is March, followed by February and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Gilbert in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44 in October means 44% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Gilbert Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 102.2°F (39°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see moderate precipitation with 0 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Gilbert, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 104.7°F (40.4°C) and 73.4°F (23°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Gilbert to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 64.5°F (18.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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