Phoenix weather in October

Phoenix, United States
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October in Phoenix: hot, dry, with clean air — an excellent time to visit.

#4 of 12 months in Phoenix · #233 of 897 destinations to visit in October · comfort 86/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Phoenix climate normals — October

Daytime high32°C / 90°F🥵 hot
Nighttime low17°C / 62°F
Rainfall6 mm / 0.2 in☀️ dry
Rainy days1 days
Humidity31%🌵 dry
Dew point5°C / 41°F
Sunshine10.4 h/day
Daylight11.3 h
Wind14 km/h / 8 mph
Air quality (US AQI)43🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Phoenix in October — FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Phoenix?
October in Phoenix: hot, dry, with clean air — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #4 of 12 months for Phoenix on SeasonMap's comfort score (86/100).
What is the weather like in Phoenix in October?
In October, Phoenix averages a daily high of 32.3°C and a low of 16.6°C, with about 6.1 mm of rain over roughly 0.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Phoenix in October?
Phoenix has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 43 in October.

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