Cactus Forest, AZ has a hot and dry climate that is typical of the desert. Summers are very hot with temperatures frequently reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, while winters are mild with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. The weather is usually sunny and clear throughout the year and precipitation is light. Humidity levels tend to be low due to the dry air, making it an enjoyable place to visit for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Due to the limited rainfall, plants in Cactus Forest must be specially adapted to survive in this arid environment.
Cactus Forest, Arizona gets 11 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Cactus Forest averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 292 sunny days per year in Cactus Forest. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Cactus Forest gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 35 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 104 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 41
Rain: averages 11 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year