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Phoenix in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Phoenix in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Phoenix, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Phoenix in April 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Weather for Phoenix in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +88°F during the day, and approximately 16 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 1 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 9 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+106°F
Max.
9 mm
Total precipitation
24%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Phoenix has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Phoenix in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Phoenix for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +90°F with a maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +52°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +95°F.

Is Phoenix warm or cold in April?

Phoenix is typically hot in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +61°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Phoenix:

Climate in Phoenix in April

Phoenix weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+81°F+88°F+97°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+43°F+50°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+106°F+115°F
Rainfall
28 mm9 mm5 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
35%24%20%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1010 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
131619
Cloudy days
151312
Rainy days
310
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +81°F to +88°F during the day. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 28 mm to 9 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 35% to 24%. Winds are stronger in comparison to March, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 13 to 16.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Phoenix in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Phoenix is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last April in Phoenix?

This is the weather in Phoenix in April 2023:
1 April
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+86°F
2 April
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+88°F
3 April
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+87°F
4 April
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+87°F
5 April
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+91°F
6 April
☀️
+95°F
7 April
☀️
+94°F
8 April
☀️
+95°F
9 April
☀️
+95°F
10 April
☀️
+92°F
11 April
☀️
+87°F
12 April
☀️
+84°F
13 April
☀️
+74°F
14 April
☀️
+83°F
15 April
☀️
+88°F
16 April
☁️
+90°F
17 April
☀️
+91°F
18 April
☀️
+95°F
19 April
☁️
+96°F
20 April
☀️
+96°F
21 April
☀️
+92°F
22 April
☀️
+92°F
23 April
☀️
+82°F
24 April
☀️
+85°F
25 April
🌫️
+92°F
26 April
☁️
+97°F
27 April
☀️
+95°F
28 April
☀️
+91°F
29 April
☀️
+90°F
30 April
☀️
+95°F
In April 2023 Phoenix had 25 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 18%, with a maximum of 47% and a minimum of 4%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Phoenix climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Phoenix in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1998 (+89°F) and the highest in 1989 (+103°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Phoenix in April:

Is April a good time to visit Phoenix?

April is a really good time to go to Phoenix. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Phoenix.

Can you sunbathe in Phoenix in April?

Absolutely, April is hot in Phoenix. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Phoenix rainy in April?

Phoenix is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Phoenix in April?

The amount of sunny days in Phoenix during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in USA

Check out the weather for other cities in USA.

Monthly weather in Phoenix

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Phoenix, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.