Phoenix · June
Run in the pre-dawn.
Average highs hit 105°F. June is the hottest stretch of the year. Dry air (17% humidity) makes the heat more bearable than the numbers suggest. Dry month — only 1 measurable rain days on average. Heat builds fast after sunrise — the pre-dawn hour is the only reliably comfortable window.
Avg high / low
105° / 78°F
Humidity
17%
Rain days
1/mo
Wind
12 mph
What June feels like in Phoenix
Sunrise
05:18
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:38
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Cool relative to the day's peak, but heat builds fast. By 10 AM you're already chasing comfort.
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 June
The kit for June in Phoenix: light, breathable, and moisture-wicking — singlet or short-sleeve only.
June vs the surrounding months
vs May
+11° avg high
0 rain days
Phoenix in May →
June
105°F avg high
1 rain days
Best: pre-dawn
vs July
-1° avg high
-7 rain days
Phoenix in July →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Phoenix in June?+
Pre-dawn. Heat builds fast after sunrise — the pre-dawn hour is the only reliably comfortable window.
What's the average temperature in Phoenix in June?+
Average high 105°F, average low 78°F.
How does June compare to surrounding months in Phoenix?+
Compared to May (avg high 93°F), June is warmer. Compared to July (avg high 106°F), June is cooler.
Does it rain often in Phoenix in June?+
Expect about 1 measurable rain days in June, on average.