Weather in Phoenix: What to Expect at General Assembly 2012
Sunny weather. It’s the number one reason visitors come to Greater Phoenix. According to data compiled by the National Climatic Data Center, Greater Phoenix basks in sunshine during 85 percent of the daylight hours—more often than any other major metropolitan area in the United States.
Greater Phoenix’s average high temperature in June is 102 degrees, with lows in the 70s. The old axiom is that “it’s a dry heat,” and there’s truth to that. The Sonoran Desert’s super-low humidity means 90-degree temperatures feel quite nice, and the arid climate causes perspiration to evaporate quickly, keeping you cooler and drier.
And it doesn’t rain much—rainfall averages 0.09 inches in June. So it's unlikely you'll need an umbrella.
Please remember that facilities are air-conditioned and temperatures in meeting rooms vary, so layered clothing is recommended. If aggressive air conditioning makes you cold, please bring a sweater!
See the current local weather in Phoenix.
Visiting the Desert
What to Expect
Visitors should expect hot days, followed by somewhat cooler nights. The average temperature for the day is 104 F. The average temperature for the night is 78 F.There is little humidity in the desert so many people feel cooler, even when the temperature is higher.
What to Bring
The biggest concerns about desert living are water loss and sun exposure. We highly recommend bringing the following:
- sunscreen
- hat
- reusable water bottle
- long-sleeved, light-weight, light-colored shirt
- thick-soled footwear to avoid burns from the pavement
Service dogs should wear paw protection to avoid burns from the pavement, and should practice wearing boots prior to traveling to Phoenix.
How to Avoid Heat Related Problems
Keep cool and use common sense:
- Avoid hot foods and heavy meals.
- Drink plenty of fluids and replace salts and minerals in your body. Do not take salt tablets unless under medical supervision.
- Limit sun exposure during mid-day hours.
- When outdoors stay in the shade if possible.
- Do not leave infants, children or pets in parked cars.
- Dress infants and children in cool, loose clothing and shade their heads and faces with hats or an umbrella.
Let's make this Justice GA a wonderful and safe experience for all of us. More detailed information on avoiding heat problems.
For more information contact generalassembly@uua.org.
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Last updated on Tuesday, March 27, 2012.
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