The best times to visit Scottsdale for ideal weather are

December 17th to April 8th

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

 

 


Other Scottsdale Travel Info

Weather in Scottsdale

Temperature

Average temperatures in Scottsdale vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Scottsdale, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 75.4°F (24.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 54.4°F (12.4°C) at night.

Scottsdale Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Scottsdale 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.

Scottsdale Perceived Temperature (F)

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Scottsdale Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Scottsdale 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 74.2 62.3 50.3
Feb 73.8 62.6 52.5
Mar 70 59.5 49.2
Apr 63.3 54.3 45
May 58.3 50.2 41.3
Jun 54.5 47.1 38.8
Jul 53.4 45.9 37.7
Aug 54.4 46.8 38.2
Sep 57.8 49 39.1
Oct 61.5 51.7 40.8
Nov 66.5 56.1 44.9
Dec 69.5 58.7 47.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.4 16.8 10.2
Feb 23.2 17 11.4
Mar 21.1 15.3 9.6
Apr 17.4 12.4 7.2
May 14.6 10.1 5.2
Jun 12.5 8.4 3.8
Jul 11.9 7.7 3.2
Aug 12.4 8.2 3.4
Sep 14.3 9.4 3.9
Oct 16.4 10.9 4.9
Nov 19.2 13.4 7.2
Dec 20.8 14.8 8.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Scottsdale are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Scottsdale? 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 Scottsdale.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Scottsdale (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 9% 0 1.6
Feb 13% 0 1.7
Mar 16% 0 2.8
Apr 18% 0 2.7
May 24% 0 3.5
Jun 21% 0 3.3
Jul 28% 0 3.9
Aug 35% 0 5.2
Sep 27% 0 3.3
Oct 17% 0 2
Nov 22% 0 2.4
Dec 20% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 9 0 4.1
Feb 13 0 4.3
Mar 16 0 7.1
Apr 18 0 6.9
May 24 0 8.9
Jun 21 0 8.4
Jul 28 0 9.9
Aug 35 0 13.2
Sep 27 0 8.4
Oct 17 0 5.1
Nov 22 0 6.1
Dec 20 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Scottsdale has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (56% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (74.4%).

Wind in Scottsdale is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by December and September. January’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.6 MPH or 13.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late September where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Feb 7 Gentle breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Apr 5.9 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
May 6.3 Light breeze 10.4 Significant breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Sep 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Oct 6.9 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Nov 6.9 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Dec 7.3 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56%
Feb 61.4%
Mar 62.9%
Apr 69.4%
May 73.7%
Jun 74.4%
Jul 73.9%
Aug 73.2%
Sep 68.5%
Oct 66.3%
Nov 65.3%
Dec 61.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Scottsdale?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; 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 Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Scottsdale, TS, Australia is September, followed by October 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 Scottsdale in August. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.4 in August means 54.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Scottsdale Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 73.1°F (22.8°C) and 57.1°F (13.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see the most precipitation with 6 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Scottsdale, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 67.7°F (19.8°C) and 57.1°F (13.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Scottsdale to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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