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Phoenix in April
Phoenix warms up: highs climb to 86°F (30°C), from 78°F in March, with lows of 56°F (13°C) and about 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain.
At 88/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (8 mm)
- Humidity
- 29%
- Cloud cover
- 28%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 50 min
- Comfort score
- 88/100 · Great
What April feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 86°F (30°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (30°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 29%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 28%.
Plan around April
April is one of Phoenix's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 66/100.
- Comfort slips from 99/100 in March to 88/100.
- April sits inside the Mar – May window our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 56°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Phoenix in April
Afternoons run hot (86°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Camelback Mountain – Echo Canyon Trail
Steep, rocky 1.2-mile climb to the city's best summit view.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best sunrise, Oct–Apr.
Matt's Big Breakfast
Downtown diner known for thick bacon, griddle cakes and long weekend lines.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Heard Museum
Deep collection of Native American art, jewelry and Hopi katsina dolls.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Musical Instrument Museum
Thousands of instruments from about 200 countries, with headphone audio at each display.
Desert Botanical Garden
Trails through saguaros, cacti and wildflowers from deserts worldwide.
Why now April scores 88/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in April
- Papago Park & Camelback in April~7 mi · highs 85°F, 0.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sedona in April~100 mi · highs 71°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Catalina Foothills in April~106 mi · highs 82°F, 0.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown Tucson in April~106 mi · highs 83°F, 0.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Phoenix.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~494 m to Phoenix's ~331 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Phoenix in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Phoenix?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 88/100. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain. April is inside the Mar – May window our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends.
How hot is Phoenix in April?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Phoenix in April?
Not much: about 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.0 in (254 mm).
What should I pack for Phoenix in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 56°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
Routes in season in April
- Grand Canyon & Arizona Mar – May
Planning Phoenix in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.