Cochise County Climate
Cochise County, Arizona
Avg Annual Temp
61.8°F
Annual Precip
14.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.7"
Extreme Heat Days
94.11875
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Cochise County Weather
Warm High-Desert Living in Cochise
Cochise County averages 61.8°F, placing it well above the national median temperature. This high-desert region combines warmth with a relatively dry 14.3 inches of annual rainfall.
Matching the Arizona State Baseline
The county's 61.8°F average sits just below the Arizona state average of 63.5°F. It represents a middle ground between the scorching lowlands and the snowy northern plateaus.
Wetter Than Nearby Graham County
With 14.3 inches of rain, Cochise is wetter than neighboring Graham's 11.4 inches. It also enjoys milder summers than Maricopa, with about 70 fewer extreme heat days.
Ninety Days of High Desert Heat
Summers bring 94 days over 90°F, though July stays manageable with an average of 78.7°F. Winters are mild, seeing only 1.7 inches of snow and a 46.1°F average temperature.
Focus on Sun and Hydration
Focus on sun protection and hydration for the 94 days of extreme heat. Light winter layers generally suffice for the rare dusting of snow and mild winter lows.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.