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Tempe, AZ Weather on August 26
August 26th in Tempe, AZ typically brings hot summer weather, with average highs around 103°F and lows near 74°F — a 29°F daily swing. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 2011 (97°F average), while the coldest was 1978 (79°F) — a 18°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 15% of August 26th dates historically. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Tempe, AZ? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
August 26 Weather Records for Tempe
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Tempe, AZ is 113°F, set in 2023.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 54°F in 1978.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 52 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Tempe?
The warmest August 26 in Tempe, AZ reached 113°F in 2023. That is 10°F above the long-term average high of 103°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Tempe?
The coldest August 26 in Tempe, AZ dropped to 54°F in 1978. That is 20°F below the long-term average low of 74°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Tempe?
On August 26, Tempe averages a high of 103°F and a low of 74°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from TEMPE ASU.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Tempe?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Tempe, AZ, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Tempe
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 100°F | 70°F | 0.27" | -- |
| 2024 | 107°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 113°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 105°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 110°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 110°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 105°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 102°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 109°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 99°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 103°F | 74°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2014 | 99°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 99°F | 84°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | -- | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 113°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | -- | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 105°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 92°F | 71°F | 0.47" | -- |
| 2007 | 101°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 104°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 108°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 100°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 96°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 107°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 111°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 104°F | 81°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 104°F | 81°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 103°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 92°F | 78°F | 0.22" | -- |
| 1996 | 103°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 101°F | 80°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 105°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 87°F | 72°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1992 | 97°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 105°F | 83°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 100°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 100°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 104°F | 83°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 97°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 97°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 102°F | 82°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1984 | 102°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 107°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 96°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 110°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 103°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 108°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 105°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 107°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 109°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 111°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 104°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 106°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 101°F | 66°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1971 | 103°F | 71°F | 0.03" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: TEMPE ASU
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Tempe, AZ, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.