Phoenix
A desert city of winter sun, resorts and cactus-lined trails, with Sedona and the Grand Canyon in reach.
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What Phoenix is like
Phoenix is a sprawling desert city in Arizona, with winter sunshine, golf, spa resorts and hiking among giant saguaro cacti. It's also a base for Sedona and the Grand Canyon.
Don't miss
- 01Desert Botanical GardenThousands of desert plants, best in spring.
- 02Camelback MountainA steep hike with views over the city.
- 03Heard MuseumNative American art and culture.
- 04Old Town ScottsdaleGalleries, bars and restaurants.
Where to stay
- ScottsdaleResorts and nightlife.
- Downtown PhoenixMuseums and sport.
Worth knowing
Phoenix is the hottest big city in the United States, with summer days often above 40°C.
Sedona: red rock country
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A town among towering red sandstone buttes, with hiking trails and stunning sunsets.
Direct flights to Phoenix from the UK
| From | Airlines | Months with flights | Distance | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | American Airlines · British Airways | All year | 5,258 mi | Fares → |
From the airlines' and Heathrow Airport's own timetables for October 2026 to September 2027. Pick an airport to see the exact days.
Weather in Phoenix by month
Average daytime highs. The warmest months are June, July, August.
| Month | Day | Night | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20° | 8° | – |
| February | 22° | 9° | – |
| March | 26° | 12° | – |
| April | 30° | 16° | – |
| May | 35° | 21° | – |
| June | 40° | 26° | – |
| July | 41° | 29° | – |
| August | 41° | 29° | – |
| September | 38° | 26° | – |
| October | 32° | 19° | – |
| November | 25° | 12° | – |
| December | 19° | 7° | – |
Long-term averages from the national weather service's station record, as compiled on Wikipedia (Phoenix, Arizona). This station doesn't publish a count of rainy days with at least 1mm, so we don't show one.
Before you go
- You need an approved ESTA (or a US visa) before you travel. Apply on the official ESTA website, esta.cbp.dhs.gov.
- Your passport must be valid for your whole stay.
From the Foreign Office's United States travel advice, checked on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so check it before you travel.