Prescott Average Temperatures & Weather

By AZ Leisure Staff Writers

Average High and Low Temperatures

Prescott, Arizona weather is one of the area’s biggest attractions, offering four distinct seasons, cooler mountain air, and milder temperatures than many lower-elevation Arizona destinations. At about 5,300 feet above sea level, Prescott enjoys warm summers, crisp fall weather, occasional winter snow, and comfortable spring conditions, making it a popular year-round destination for travelers looking to plan hiking, sightseeing, golf, lake visits, and other outdoor activities.

To help plan the best time to visit Prescott, Arizona, this chart shows the average high and low daily temperatures for each month of the year including January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December of each year. It also shows average rainfall, sunrise times, and sunset times.

Prescott weather is often considered a sweet spot between Phoenix and Flagstaff because it is noticeably cooler than the desert heat of Phoenix, yet generally milder and less snowy than the colder high-country climate around Flagstaff. That balance gives visitors and second-home owners a more comfortable four-season climate, with pleasant summer temperatures, changing fall colors, manageable winter conditions, and a longer shoulder season for outdoor recreation than many other Arizona mountain towns.

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