Hot Desert Climate Zone
4 cities · Data averaged from 2020–2024 (5 years)
Cities
4
in this climate zone
Avg Temp Range
21.5–28.0°C
70.7–82.4°F
annual mean across cities
Avg Rainfall
141mm
annual, across cities
Countries
3
Egypt, United Arab Emirates, United States
Hot Desert climate The Hot Desert climate is defined by extreme heat, very low rainfall, and large day-to-night temperature swings. Sunshine is abundant and humidity stays low throughout the year. Across the cities in this zone, annual mean temperatures range from 21.5°C (70.7°F) to 28.0°C (82.4°F). Annual precipitation averages around 141mm, though totals vary by location and proximity to coastlines or mountains. Travelers should consult each city page for month-by-month detail, as conditions can vary meaningfully even within the same climate classification.
Cities with Hot Desert Climate
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Hot Desert
Avg 28.0°C (82.4°F) · 121.0mm rain
Las Vegas
United States
Hot Desert
Avg 21.5°C (70.7°F) · 109.0mm rain
Cairo
Egypt
Hot Desert
Avg 23.5°C (74.3°F) · 39.0mm rain
Phoenix
United States
Hot Desert
Avg 23.8°C (74.8°F) · 294.0mm rain
Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020–2024). Figures are 5-year monthly averages. Last updated: 2026-07-30.