Chandler, AZ Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Chandler, AZ gets 8.8 in of precipitation a year over about 34 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 105°F) and December the coldest (average low 40°F).

Chandler climate at a glance

Desert climate

Chandler, AZ has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 69°F in December to 105°F in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 74°F.

How much rain does Chandler get?

Chandler gets 8.8 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 34 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 91% of the US.

August is the wettest month, with 1.3 in. June is the driest, with 0.1 in. February has the most rainy days, about 5.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 59 days, to June 20, 2024.

See where Chandler ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Arizona.

Chandler weather by month

Chandler weather in January

In January, Chandler averages a high of 70°F and a low of 41°F. It gets 1.0 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The January record high is 87°F (1971) and the record low is 18°F (2013). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chandler weather in February

In February, Chandler averages a high of 73°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 1.1 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The February record high is 94°F (2026) and the record low is 21°F (2011). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chandler weather in March

In March, Chandler averages a high of 80°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 1.0 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The March record high is 105°F (2026) and the record low is 24°F (1971). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chandler weather in April

In April, Chandler averages a high of 86°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The April record high is 105°F (1989) and the record low is 30°F (1977).

Chandler weather in May

In May, Chandler averages a high of 94°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 88% of daylight hours. The May record high is 112°F (1974) and the record low is 35°F (1975).

Chandler weather in June

In June, Chandler averages a high of 103°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The June record high is 119°F (1970) and the record low is 45°F (1971).

Chandler weather in July

In July, Chandler averages a high of 105°F and a low of 78°F. It gets 1.0 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The July record high is 118°F (1970) and the record low is 58°F (1978).

Chandler weather in August

In August, Chandler averages a high of 104°F and a low of 77°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The August record high is 119°F (1972) and the record low is 54°F (1978).

Chandler weather in September

In September, Chandler averages a high of 100°F and a low of 71°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The September record high is 115°F (2024) and the record low is 47°F (1978).

Chandler weather in October

In October, Chandler averages a high of 90°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 83% of daylight hours. The October record high is 112°F (2024) and the record low is 26°F (1971).

Chandler weather in November

In November, Chandler averages a high of 78°F and a low of 47°F. It gets 0.7 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The November record high is 98°F (2020) and the record low is 26°F (1979). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chandler weather in December

In December, Chandler averages a high of 69°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 0.9 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The December record high is 88°F (2017) and the record low is 22°F (1993). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chandler

May is the sunniest month in Chandler, with sunshine about 88% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 58%. Over the year the sun shines about 72% of daylight hours. Chandler is sunnier than 99% of the US.

Humidity peaks in January at 46% and is lowest in May at 14%.

Chandler has about 164 days a year above 90°F. Chandler is hotter than 99% of the US.

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First and last freeze in Chandler

The first fall freeze in Chandler typically comes around December 5, and the last spring freeze around February 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 299 days.

Chandler weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Chandler station is 119°F, on June 26, 1970. The coldest is 18°F, on January 13, 2013.

The wettest day on record brought 3.1 in of rain, on September 8, 2014.

40 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.7°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Chandler

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 74°F.

Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 41°F.

Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 87°F and lows near 55°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 104°F and lows near 75°F.

Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 90°F and lows near 59°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January1.0 in446%62%87°18°
February1.1 in535%70%94°21°
March0.96 in334%66%105°24°
April0.23 in118%82%105°30°
May0.18 in114%88%112°35°
June0.06 in115%78%119°45°
July0.99 in427%58%118°58°
August1.3 in432%59%119°54°
September0.71 in326%78%115°47°
October0.61 in224%83%112°26°
November0.65 in229%74%98°26°
December0.95 in440%66%88°22°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Chandler climate questions

How much rain does Chandler get?

Chandler gets 8.8 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 34 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Chandler?

August is the wettest month in Chandler, with 1.3 in. June is the driest, with 0.1 in.

How many rainy days does Chandler have a year?

Chandler has about 34 days with measurable rain in an average year. February has the most, about 5.

What is the hottest month in Chandler?

July is the warmest month in Chandler, with an average high of 105°F.

What is the coldest month in Chandler?

December is the coldest month in Chandler, with an average low of 40°F.

What is the record high temperature in Chandler?

The record high at the Chandler station is 119°F, set on June 26, 1970. The record low is 18°F, on January 13, 2013.

What is the sunniest month in Chandler?

May is the sunniest month in Chandler, with sunshine about 88% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Chandler?

The first fall freeze in Chandler typically comes around December 5. The last spring freeze is around February 9.

What is the best time to visit Chandler?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 74°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station TEMPE ASU (15 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station TEMPE ASU.