January · United States
Best time to visit Phoenix in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Phoenix in January
Average temperature 11°C, 33 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Phoenix scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Phoenix spreads across the Sonoran desert, with mountain trails, resorts and saguaro forests around it.
January in Phoenix: strong conditions, 6th of 12
January averages 11°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 33 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10 daylight hours.
It scores 7.9/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? March scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Phoenix in January?
- In January, Phoenix averages 11°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Phoenix?
- January earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Phoenix in January?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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