Phoenix · April
Run in the morning.
Average high is 87°F with a 59°F overnight low. Dry air (20% humidity) makes the heat more bearable than the numbers suggest. Dry month — only 1 measurable rain days on average. Dry heat climbs fast after sunrise — get out in the cooler morning hours.
Avg high / low
87° / 59°F
Humidity
20%
Rain days
1/mo
Wind
12 mph
What April feels like in Phoenix
Sunrise
05:57
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:59
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Heat peaks here. Skip unless you've got shade and pace tolerance.
Evening
Cools off after sunset but still warm. Good for easy efforts; avoid hard intervals if you're chasing pace.
What to wear running in Phoenix in April
The kit for April in Phoenix: light, breathable, and moisture-wicking — singlet or short-sleeve only.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+9° avg high
-3 rain days
Phoenix in March →
April
87°F avg high
1 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-6° avg high
0 rain days
Phoenix in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Phoenix in April?+
Morning. Dry heat climbs fast after sunrise — get out in the cooler morning hours.
What's the average temperature in Phoenix in April?+
Average high 87°F, average low 59°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Phoenix?+
Compared to March (avg high 78°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 93°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Phoenix in April?+
Expect about 1 measurable rain days in April, on average.