Hohokam Pima National Monument

Park Archaeological site preserving Hohokam and Pima remains

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Hohokam Pima National Monument
Hohokam Pima National Monument, near Casa Grande, Arizona (site access varies)
33.1871, -111.9193

How to Get to Hohokam Pima National Monument #

Hohokam Pima National Monument lies near Casa Grande, Arizona. Drive from Phoenix on I‑10 south to Casa Grande and follow local roads to the monument area; access and visitor services vary-check the National Park Service site and local tribal offices for current visitor information.

Tips for Visiting Hohokam Pima National Monument #

  • Contact the Gila River Indian Community and the Hohokam Pima National Monument program before visiting for updated access rules and site interpretation.
  • The monument site is archaeological and fragile-do not touch exposed features or remove artifacts.
  • Combine a visit with other Phoenix-area Hohokam sites (like Pueblo Grande) to understand the broader irrigation and canal systems.

Best Time to Visit Hohokam Pima National Monument #

Best from November through April for comfortable temperatures and clear skies; avoid the intense heat of summer.

Winter & spring
November-April · 10-25°C
Cooler, dry weather ideal for exploring archaeological sites and outdoor interpretation.
Late autumn
October · 15-28°C
Warm days and cooler nights; fewer visitors than winter peak.
Summer
May-September · 30-40°C
Extreme heat; daytime exploration is uncomfortable and discouraged.

Weather & Climate near Hohokam Pima National Monument #

Climate

Hohokam Pima National Monument's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
25°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
11° 31°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
15° 36°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
20° 41°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 25°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
25° 42°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 25°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
25° 41°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
21° 38°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is mild with highs of 33°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
14° 33°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
25°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

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