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Weather & Climate in Central Heights-Midland City, AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Central Heights-Midland City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 3,501 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,501 ft (1,067 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4002°N, 110.8152°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Gila County County |
| Nearest Airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) 69 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 90.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 86.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 6.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
31 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Mar 2, 2005 | 40 km SSW of Winslow West, Arizona | M5.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2005 | 40 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.8 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Oct 8, 2012 | 32 km WNW of Glenwood, New Mexico | M3.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2010 | 24 km NNE of Morenci, Arizona | M3.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 2010 | 27 km NNE of Morenci, Arizona | M3.6 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 2005 | 37 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.6 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Oct 29, 2012 | 35 km WNW of Glenwood, New Mexico | M3.5 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2005 | 23 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.4 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Feb 16, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Glenwood, New Mexico | M3.3 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Clay Springs, Arizona | M3.2 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Jul 1, 2005 | 37 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M3.2 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Jun 25, 2010 | 8 km SW of Roosevelt, Arizona | M3.1 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Sep 28, 2023 | 21 km E of Tanque Verde, Arizona | M3.1 | 134 km | 12 km |
| Feb 19, 2025 | 0 km SW of Christopher Creek, Arizona | M3.0 | 103 km | 11 km |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 4 km SW of Clay Springs, Arizona | M3.0 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 2014 | 8 km W of Rock House, Arizona | M2.9 | 34 km | 3 km |
| Feb 8, 2005 | 41 km NE of Washington Park, Arizona | M2.9 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Sep 9, 2014 | 6 km SE of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.9 | 35 km | 3 km |
| Sep 23, 2013 | 7 km WSW of Pinedale, Arizona | M2.8 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 3 km NNW of Roosevelt, Arizona | M2.8 | 45 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
40 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 20 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 4, 1968 | EF2 | 87 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 14, 1996 | EF1 | 10 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 13, 1995 | EF1 | 82 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 18, 1993 | EF1 | 83 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 20, 1988 | EF1 | 89 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 18, 1986 | EF1 | 68 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 1985 | EF1 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1976 | EF1 | 85 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 1974 | EF1 | 56 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 1974 | EF1 | 78 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 1972 | EF1 | 66 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 1972 | EF1 | 96 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 1972 | EF1 | 100 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 1971 | EF1 | 90 km | 32.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 5, 1970 | EF1 | 89 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 19, 1967 | EF1 | 93 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1966 | EF1 | 1 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 13, 1955 | EF1 | 77 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2020 | EF0 | 74 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2019 | EF0 | 88 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RODEO (461,774 acres, 2002).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2002 | RODEO | 461,774 | 98 km |
| 2020 | BUSH | 212,542 | 68 km |
| 2021 | TELEGRAPH | 187,248 | 20 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 151,684 | 84 km |
| 2019 | WOODBURY | 130,242 | 36 km |
| 2021 | MESCAL | 79,346 | 25 km |
| 2014 | SKUNK | 73,774 | 72 km |
| 2005 | EDGE COMPLEX | 69,291 | 70 km |
| 2020 | GRIFFIN | 61,455 | 21 km |
| 1996 | LONE | 60,574 | 57 km |
| 2016 | CEDAR | 44,163 | 92 km |
| 2021 | PINNACLE | 35,281 | 80 km |
| 2015 | WHITETAIL | 33,592 | 57 km |
| 2017 | HILLTOP | 32,983 | 55 km |
| 2024 | FREEMAN | 32,950 | 71 km |
| 2016 | JUNIPER | 32,293 | 53 km |
| 2020 | VALLEY | 29,331 | 51 km |
| 2020 | BLUE RIVER | 29,314 | 45 km |
| 2020 | BLUE RIVER 2 | 26,885 | 57 km |
| 2024 | SAND STONE | 26,470 | 81 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in |
Central Heights-Midland City has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 44°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.3").