- Sunshine hrs/yr
- 3,800
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: climatestotravel.com, usclimatedata.com
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Good to Know
- Summer temperatures regularly exceed 105°F (40°C (104°F)); plan indoor activities (casinos, museums) during peak heat hours and hydrate constantly
- Winter nights drop sharply (35–40°F/2–4°C (39°F)) despite mild daytime temperatures; pack layers if visiting December–February
- Spring (March–May) can be windy, especially in March and April; this may affect outdoor activities
- UV radiation is strong year-round, even in winter; sunscreen is essential regardless of season
- Humidity is very low throughout the year (typically 12–48%), which makes heat feel more tolerable than in humid climates but requires extra attention to hydration
Rainfall
- Pattern
- Precipitation is scarce year-round; July–August may see brief monsoon thunderstorms
- Driest Month
- June (minimal, approximately 0.08 inches/2mm)
- Wettest Month
- February (approximately 0.7 inches/18–22mm)
- Annual Total Mm
- 127
- Annual Total Inches
- 5
Snowfall
- Frequency
- Rare
- Typical Months
- January, February, December (occasional)
- Annual Accumulation Mm
- 6
- Annual Accumulation Inches
- 0.24
- Notes
- When snow occurs, it typically melts quickly and does not persist. February records the most snowfall (~0.16 inches/4mm)
Sunshine
- Ranking
- One of the sunniest cities in the world with clear skies year-round
- Daily Peak
- 14.6 hours (June–July)
- Annual Hours
- 3800
Best Months
- Primary
- March–May and September–November
- Description
- Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer warm but not extreme temperatures, making outdoor activities comfortable
Climate Type
Hot desert climate (Köppen BWh/BWk), with extremely low precipitation and strong seasonal temperature variation
Worst Months
- Primary
- June–August and December–January
- Description
- Summer months feature extreme heat (regularly exceeding 105°F/40°C (104°F)); winter months are cool with occasional cold nights
Off Peak Temperature
- Season
- Winter (December–February)
- Average Low Celsius
- 3
- Average High Celsius
- 14
- Average Low Fahrenheit
- 38
- Average High Fahrenheit
- 58
- Notes
- December and January are coldest; nights can drop significantly but daytime remains mild
Peak Season Temperature
- Season
- Summer (June–August)
- Average Low Celsius
- 24
- Average High Celsius
- 40
- Average Low Fahrenheit
- 75
- Average High Fahrenheit
- 104
- Notes
- July is the hottest month; nighttime temperatures remain warm but offer some relief
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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