Scottsdale is located in central Arizona, just northeast of Phoenix. With an area of more than 184.5 square miles, the distance between the most extreme northern and southern points in Scottsdale is 31 miles; the distance between the farthest east and west points in 11.5 miles. Scottsdale enjoys more sunshine than any other area in the United States. Low humidity year-round makes even high temperatures comfortable. Most of the yearly rainfall occurs July through September and December through March.
Area: 184.5 square miles (2000)
Elevation: 1,250 feet above sea level
Average Temperatures: January, 51.2° F; July, 91.2° F; annual average, 70.3° F
Average Annual Precipitation: 7.05 inches