Late winter · Weather & things to do
Phoenix in February
Phoenix edges warmer than January, with highs of 70°F (21°C), lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain.
At 97/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (32 mm)
- Humidity
- 44%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What February feels like
Highs settle around 70°F (21°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is moderate at about 1.3 in (32 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February is one of Phoenix's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 70°F, up from 67°F in January.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (97 → 97/100).
- Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 44°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Phoenix in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
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.
Heard Museum
Deep collection of Native American art, jewelry and Hopi katsina dolls.
Musical Instrument Museum
Thousands of instruments from about 200 countries, with headphone audio at each display.
Pizzeria Bianco
Chris Bianco's wood-fired pizza in a 1929 brick building at Heritage Square.
Why now February scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in February
- Papago Park & Camelback in February~7 mi · highs 69°F, 1.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sedona in February~100 mi · highs 55°F, 1.9 in rain · 9°C (15°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Catalina Foothills in February~106 mi · highs 66°F, 1.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown Tucson in February~106 mi · highs 68°F, 0.8 in rain · 1°C (2°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Phoenix?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain. Our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends Mar – May, so February is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Phoenix in February?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Phoenix in February?
Not much: about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.0 in (254 mm).
What should I pack for Phoenix in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 44°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Phoenix in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.