Weather & Climate in Peach Springs, AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Peach Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19 / among the cleanest air in the country. 99% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,868 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,868 ft (1,484 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5315°N, 113.4320°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Mohave County County |
| Nearest Airport | Laughlin/Bullhead International (IFP) 69 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 19.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 98.6% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 94.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 87.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
182 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Apr 29, 1993 | 5 km SSE of Valle, Arizona | M5.3 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Apr 25, 1993 | 3 km SSW of Valle, Arizona | M5.0 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Sep 19, 2022 | 45 km ESE of Littlefield, Arizona | M4.4 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 1992 | Arizona | M4.0 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 2016 | 33 km SSE of Bunkerville, Nevada | M3.8 | 118 km | 5 km |
| May 5, 2016 | 35 km SSE of Bunkerville, Nevada | M3.8 | 117 km | 5 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 31 km SSE of Bunkerville, Nevada | M3.8 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 2023 | 2 km E of Chino Valley, Arizona | M3.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 2019 | 47 km SSE of Scenic, Arizona | M3.8 | 102 km | 6 km |
| May 7, 1993 | 4 km SW of Valle, Arizona | M3.8 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Mar 18, 2011 | 7 km NNW of Clarkdale, Arizona | M3.8 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 27, 2008 | 53 km SE of Scenic, Arizona | M3.7 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 1992 | 20 km WSW of Grand Canyon Village, Arizona | M3.7 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Oct 22, 1996 | 20 km SE of Boulder City, Nevada | M3.7 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Mar 31, 1997 | 18 km SE of Valle, Arizona | M3.7 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 1995 | 8 km W of Tusayan, Arizona | M3.7 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 1992 | 12 km WSW of Grand Canyon Village, Arizona | M3.7 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Apr 29, 1993 | 4 km S of Valle, Arizona | M3.6 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1995 | 3 km SW of Boulder City, Nevada | M3.6 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 32 km S of Scenic, Arizona | M3.6 | 119 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
19 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1. Total: 3 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF1 | 96 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1983 | EF1 | 70 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1980 | EF1 | 55 km | 26.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 1979 | EF1 | 94 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 6, 1974 | EF1 | 48 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 24, 2020 | EF0 | 52 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 27, 2016 | EF0 | 55 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 2010 | EF0 | 61 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF0 | 57 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF0 | 79 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 22, 1996 | EF0 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 13, 1995 | EF0 | 33 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 11, 1995 | EF0 | 71 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1990 | EF0 | 85 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 6, 1976 | EF0 | 55 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1972 | EF0 | 50 km | 2.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1967 | EF0 | 86 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| May 11, 1958 | EF0 | 100 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 14, 1952 | EF0 | 90 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Uinkaret Field (98 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Uinkaret Field | Volcanic field | 1,555 m (5,102 ft) | 1100 | 98 km |
| San Francisco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 1075 | 160 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PILOT (29,883 acres, 2023).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2023 | PILOT | 29,883 | 68 km |
| 1994 | COYOTE | 24,951 | 95 km |
| 2005 | TANK COMPLEX | 24,268 | 94 km |
| 2005 | PERKINS COMPLEX | 18,064 | 95 km |
| 2019 | SHERIDAN | 17,411 | 99 km |
| 2012 | BLACK CANYON | 17,083 | 42 km |
| 2005 | TWIN MILLS | 12,244 | 88 km |
| 2020 | PILOT KNOB | 11,067 | 83 km |
| 1994 | TOWERS-1 | 10,253 | 65 km |
| 2011 | NEW WATER | 9,951 | 68 km |
| 2021 | SNAP POINT | 9,311 | 83 km |
| 2006 | BLACK MOUNTAIN COMPLEX | 8,974 | 91 km |
| 1995 | LOST | 7,276 | 42 km |
| 2013 | BEAVER | 6,751 | 62 km |
| 2020 | BLACK CANYON | 6,363 | 41 km |
| 1995 | TOWERII | 6,207 | 68 km |
| 1994 | COYOTE | 6,154 | 75 km |
| 2018 | STUBBS | 6,140 | 97 km |
| 2013 | DEAN PEAK | 5,846 | 59 km |
| 1995 | STOVE | 5,770 | 87 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
Peach Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 37°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (0.1").