State Climatologist Nancy Selover said the Colorado River can’t compete with the nearby desert and climate factors that have a bigger influence on western Arizona. And folks, it’s pretty damn hot. The site claimed the southern Arizona city sees the mercury tops 90 degrees 144 days annually and has an average daily temperature of 84.7 degrees in August. © 2020 www.azcentral.com. Hottest cities in the U.S. Yuma, Arizona Average High: 107 degrees Record High: 124 degrees. Floor plans start at 427 square feet, if you only need a one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo with a one-car garage. Dishes classified as ‘not sandwiches’ are $9-$13.50. Hard to believe now, but Bisbee was once the largest cosmopolitan between St. Louis and San Francisco back in the early 1900s. The cost: All tacos are $2.50 each, gorditas are $3.25, and burritos $7.50. When it comes to being the hottest place in the continental United States for any single day, Death Valley once again far outpaces the competition. There are numerous clubs, activities, and classes covering most sporting activities, card and board games, art and music, crafts, dance, travel, wine tasting, and many more. You, too, will soon likely suffer from abnormal warmth. All rights reserved. We're changing the way people 55 and older are searching for their perfect next place. “Even Blythe, they’re constantly irrigating all around the place. A list of the best-selling communities in Arizona is helpful to a potential buyer, showing where people have chosen to live once they have done their research. I have lived in Central and Northern AZ for nearly 30 years. Just a three-hour drive from the Valley of the Sun, the White Mountains are a perfect escape for hikers, bikers and golfers alike. With an average August temperature of 91.9 degrees and 175 days above 90, it’s a wonder the entire city doesn’t pack up and a move few hours west to San Diego, California. There are dozens of large communities in Arizona, but Province comes out on top. Boise, Idaho. The cost: Apps range from $8-$18, sandwiches and burgers (served with a side) are $12-$14, and entrees are $16-$28. There are seven recreation centers, several swimming pools, 30 churches, a synagogue, a performing arts theater, two libraries, and a hospital. Let us take you on a journey to seven of the hottest cities in the world. Closer to the U.S.-Mexico border, Nogales, Arizona hit 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius) on Monday, smashing its former daily record. And I know during the summer the monsoon circulation typically does not get there. I should note just what constitutes the all-time daily heat record here is in some dispute. The official weather station at Furnace Creek, California registered a high of 128 degrees Fahrenheit (53.3 degrees Celsius) on Sunday. There’s just no moisture.”. “Sometimes you’ll get winds still coming from the west that are blowing that hot air in that direction. Arizona’s original capital city, Prescott is surrounded by natural beauty while providing a bustling nightlife along Whiskey Row. Without monsoon moisture, the air is incredibly dry. It was reportedly hotter in 1913, but there are questions about the accuracy of the data. RedRox is correct that Yuma is warmest however there are really no nice places to stay there, and little to do. Despite the name and the cool lakefront breezes it would seem to imply, Lake Havasu City is the hottest place in Arizona. The gist: Vecina’s elevated cuisine and warm hospitality nabbed the Arcadia-based eatery a Beard nomination this year for best new restaurant, which is quite the achievement. And it’s just shy of the 129 degrees Fahrenheit (53.9 degrees Celsius) record set in 2013. How to order: Currently offering takeout and delivery. Days reach the mid-70s during June & July, perfect for zip-lining through the pines or walking around downtown Flagstaff. And it takes less energy to heat dry air than moist air, so temperatures can soar. The smallest floor plans are for duplexes with 1,172 square feet, providing one bedroom plus a den, two bathrooms, and a two-car garage. Phoenix home values have gone up 8.0% over the past year. Order takeout by calling (602) 675-3962 or place a delivery order through UberEats. The food: Mesquite-fired elote, while seemingly simple at first look, will surprise and delight every single one of your tastebuds and serves as a tasty precursor for what’s next along your gastronomical journey. Bullhead City’s record high is 126 degrees on five occasions (most recently on June 23, 2017. This 45+ active adult community has 9,802 single-family and attached homes, and condos, and is in the town of Surprise, a 40-minute drive northwest of Downtown Phoenix. The gist: Previous experience in the kitchen led owners Nadia Holguin and Armando Hernandez to establish their very own taqueria. Regarded by Native Americans as sacred, Sedona features the most scenic ridges in AZ, glowing red among the temperate getaway destination.