Why summer costs less
Green fees and room rates drop in the summer, which is why many groups plan their trips for these months. The golf guide shows how far prices move between the peak and summer seasons. See the best time to golf in Scottsdale.
Summer is the lowest-priced season in Scottsdale, and it is also the hottest. Afternoons from June through September regularly pass 100°F, and the monsoon season brings humid days and sudden storms. A group can still have a great summer stay if the plan is built around the heat.
Back to the estateGreen fees and room rates drop in the summer, which is why many groups plan their trips for these months. The golf guide shows how far prices move between the peak and summer seasons. See the best time to golf in Scottsdale.
| Time | Plan |
|---|---|
| Before 9 AM | Hike, walk or golf, with water for everyone |
| Midday | Pool, spa, lunch and rest. Afternoons often pass 100°F. |
| Afternoon | Golf simulator, indoor games, or a slow nap |
| Evening | Dinner out or at home, and a walk after sunset |
Late summer can bring humid air and short, heavy storms. Keep an eye on the forecast, avoid the mountain trails during a storm, and have a plan for indoor days. A pool and a simulator make those days easy.
Source: Phoenix normals from the Arizona State Climate Office, 1991 to 2020.
Month by month: Scottsdale in May, Scottsdale in June and Scottsdale in September. On the river: Salt River tubing. For hot afternoons, see indoor things to do, and for cooler air, a Prescott day trip.
Yes, if the group plans around the heat. Prices are lower, and the pool, spa and golf simulator are ideal for the afternoons.
Humid weather and storms are most common from late summer. Check the forecast before each outdoor plan.
Afternoons regularly pass 100°F, so outdoor plans should finish before midday.
Heat and weather figures are from the Arizona State Climate Office Phoenix normals, 1991 to 2020.
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