Weather & Climate in Avondale, AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Avondale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 77 / residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 9% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,408 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
94°F Jul (35°C)
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (35°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,408 ft (734 m) |
| Area | 45.3 sq mi (117.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,894/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3132°N, 112.3289°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Maricopa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) 20 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 77.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 9.0% |
| Unhealthy Days | 73 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very High |
| Risk Score | 99.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 27.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 18.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Very High |
| Hail | Very High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Very High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | No Rating |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
12 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.5.
| Aug 8, 2000 | 39 km S of Dateland, Arizona | M3.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Nov 13, 1991 | 5 km NW of Prescott Valley, Arizona | M3.5 | 148 km | 5 km |
| May 9, 2009 | 11 km SSW of Cordes Lakes, Arizona | M3.1 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Jun 25, 2010 | 8 km SW of Roosevelt, Arizona | M3.1 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Sep 9, 2014 | 6 km SE of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.9 | 120 km | 3 km |
| Aug 30, 2014 | 8 km W of Rock House, Arizona | M2.9 | 126 km | 3 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 3 km NNW of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.8 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jun 6, 2020 | 5 km NW of New River, Arizona | M2.6 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Feb 25, 2022 | 1 km S of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.6 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Aug 3, 2025 | 39 km SSW of Bagdad, Arizona | M2.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Feb 15, 2022 | 6 km S of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.5 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.5 | 119 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
95 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 71 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Aug 4, 1957 | EF3 | 96 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 17, 1993 | EF2 | 52 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1972 | EF2 | 35 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 14, 1971 | EF2 | 16 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 30, 1971 | EF2 | 39 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 3, 1968 | EF2 | 22 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1968 | EF2 | 55 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2010 | EF1 | 47 km | 1.4 mi | 0 |
| Feb 13, 1995 | EF1 | 59 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 18, 1993 | EF1 | 66 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 23, 1992 | EF1 | 30 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 6, 1992 | EF1 | 30 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1988 | EF1 | 96 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 18, 1986 | EF1 | 73 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1985 | EF1 | 84 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1984 | EF1 | 41 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 22, 1984 | EF1 | 56 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1983 | EF1 | 31 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1983 | EF1 | 21 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1981 | EF1 | 76 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GOLDWATER (56,690 acres, 2005).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2005 | GOLDWATER | 56,690 | 91 km |
| 2017 | BROOKLYN | 39,780 | 100 km |
| 2024 | SAND STONE | 26,470 | 87 km |
| 2020 | SAWTOOTH | 23,174 | 96 km |
| 2024 | SKELETON | 22,753 | 99 km |
| 1995 | RIO | 22,666 | 67 km |
| 2021 | TIGER | 16,380 | 95 km |
| 2024 | SIPHON | 15,019 | 86 km |
| 2024 | WILDCAT | 14,176 | 80 km |
| 2020 | SEARS | 13,369 | 85 km |
| 1995 | RIVER | 11,707 | 83 km |
| 2005 | SAND TANK COMPLEX (SAND TANK) | 11,601 | 79 km |
| 2020 | CONSTELLATION | 11,245 | 83 km |
| 2005 | BART | 10,997 | 88 km |
| 2005 | J. CANYON | 10,361 | 98 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 9,537 | 64 km |
| 1988 | JACKET | 9,025 | 88 km |
| 2008 | LANE 2 | 8,562 | 97 km |
| 2020 | SUPERSTITION | 8,169 | 85 km |
| 2019 | RIVER | 7,796 | 80 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 94°F (35°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 93°F (34°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Avondale has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 54°F in December to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.0") and June the driest (0.1").