Desert Hills, AZ has a unique climate that differs from the rest of Arizona. The summers are hot and dry with temperatures often reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. During the winter months, temperatures can range from cool to very cold, with occasional snowfall in the higher elevations. It is generally sunny year round with low humidity levels and minimal rainfall. This dry climate makes it ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and camping.
Desert Hills, Arizona gets 5 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Desert Hills averages 0 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 293 sunny days per year in Desert Hills. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Desert Hills gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 22 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 109 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 42
Rain: averages 5 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 0 inches of snow a year