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Arizona

Region · 🇺🇸 United States
Population 6,392,017
Area 295,320 km²
Time zone America/Phoenix, America/Denver
Official website az.gov
Arizona

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Featured Lists

Mountain Peaks & Volcanoes

This collection highlights ten significant mountain peaks in Arizona, including the geologically distinct Chocolate Mountains, a volcanic range known for its rugged terrain. The list features diverse summits such as Monument Bluff and Cabeza Prieta Peak, showcasing a range of elevations and natural formations within the region's arid landscape.

10 places

Parks & Nature Reserves

This selection highlights Arizona’s natural diversity, featuring Kartchner Caverns State Park with its extensive cave system, wetlands and wildlife areas along the Colorado River, and several well-equipped camping and caravan sites offering amenities like power supply, wi-fi, and sanitary dump stations.

7 places

Southwest Lakes & Waterfalls

This collection showcases prominent lakes, waterfalls, and rapids in Arizona's southwestern region, including Lake Mead, a large reservoir created by Hoover Dam on the Colorado River. It features the striking Havasu Falls within Havasupai tribal lands, the dynamic Lava Falls Rapids known for intense whitewater rafting, and scenic waterways such as Havasu Creek and Columbine Falls.

5 places

Arizona Heritage Highlights

Discover Arizona's diverse heritage through 17 sites including museums dedicated to regional history, historic prisons, ghost towns with preserved ruins, archaeological sites revealing ancient cultures, and memorials commemorating local legacies. These locations provide tangible connections to Arizona’s past, from mining communities and frontier life to natural history and transportation milestones.

17 places

Iconic Religious Sites

Arizona's religious landmarks showcase a rich blend of historic and modern architecture, including 18th-century Spanish missions, mid-century Catholic chapels built into natural rock formations, and contemporary megachurches. These sites reflect the diverse Christian traditions and cultural heritage across the state, from Tucson to Sedona and Phoenix.

9 places

Iconic & Historic Eats

This collection highlights distinctive dining venues in Arizona, featuring Delgadillo's Snow Cap Drive-In along historic Route 66, classic American restaurants like Denny's and Mr. D'z, fast food options including In-N-Out Burger, and regional flavors at Lily's Mexican Food and Diamond Creek Restaurant.

6 places

Scenic Viewpoints & Historic Bridges

This collection features historic bridges such as the Gillespie Dam Bridge and Antelope Hill Highway Bridge, both spanning the Gila River and notable for their engineering and heritage. It also includes natural cliffs and viewpoints like Arlington Volcano's caldera rim and The Jumpoff, offering distinctive geological formations and panoramic vistas across Arizona's diverse landscapes.

8 places

Historic & Iconic Stays

This collection features historically and culturally significant hotels and motels across Arizona, including the landmark Copper Queen Hotel in Bisbee and the luxury Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa. The list spans a range of accommodations from vintage hotels with rich heritage to modern resorts and motels, reflecting Arizona's diverse lodging history and architectural styles.

7 places

Arizona — Map

Arizona — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: April

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Typical weather in January

Great
  • 20° (feels like 16°) · extremes 1°–27°
  • 6° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 22 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in February

Great
  • 22° (feels like 18°) · extremes 1°–29°
  • 7° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 22 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 25° (feels like 22°) · extremes 4°–33°
  • 10° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 25 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 30° (feels like 26°) · extremes 7°–37°
  • 13° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 35° (feels like 31°) · extremes 12°–41°
  • 18° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 29 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 18 days above 35°

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 41° (feels like 37°) · extremes 18°–45°
  • 24° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 28 sunny days
  • 13 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 11 · extreme
Up to 28 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 41° (feels like 40°) · extremes 24°–46°
  • 27° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 24 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 28 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 40° · extremes 24°–45°
  • 27° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 25 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 27 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 38° (feels like 37°) · extremes 18°–42°
  • 24° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 26 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 24 days above 35°

Typical weather in October

Good
  • 32° (feels like 29°) · extremes 10°–39°
  • 17° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 27 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high
Up to 9 days above 35°

Typical weather in November

Great
  • 26° (feels like 22°) · extremes 5°–33°
  • 11° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 24 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Great
  • 20° (feels like 16°) · extremes 0°–27°
  • 7° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
US Dollar USD $ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
911 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity
Type A / Type B
120 V · 60 Hz
Languages
English
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+1
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Tours & Activities

Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
Arizona
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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