September Packing List for Phoenix — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• Linen button-down shirtEssential

  With highs reaching 99°F, linen provides the breathability needed to stay cool while exploring Old Town Scottsdale.

• Moisture-wicking activewearEssential

  This is essential for managing sweat during 99°F treks up Camelback Mountain.

• Sturdy hiking shoesEssential

  The rocky, unshaded terrain of Camelback Mountain requires sturdy support during 99°F excursions.

• Thick-soled walking sandalsEssential

  Avoid thin soles in Downtown Phoenix where pavement heat can be extreme even if it's only 99°F.

• Wide-brimmed hatEssential

  Provides critical shade from intense desert UV rays during the 99°F sunny days of September.

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Protects your vision against the high glare found in the Phoenix landscape during 99°F sunny days.

• Reusable water bottleEssential

  Staying hydrated is vital when facing 99°F temperatures and dry desert air in Phoenix.

• High SPF sunscreenEssential

  Broad-spectrum protection is necessary to combat intense UV exposure during 99°F desert afternoons.

Clothing

• Linen button-down shirtEssential

  With highs reaching 99°F, linen provides the breathability needed to stay cool while exploring Old Town Scottsdale.

• Moisture-wicking activewearEssential

  This is essential for managing sweat during 99°F treks up Camelback Mountain.

• Lightweight cotton dressRecommended

  Perfect for resort-casual dining in Phoenix where temperatures remain near 99°F well into the evening.

• Lightweight cardiganOptional

  A light layer is useful when the temperature drops to 75°F after sunset.

Footwear

• Sturdy hiking shoesEssential

  The rocky, unshaded terrain of Camelback Mountain requires sturdy support during 99°F excursions.

• Thick-soled walking sandalsEssential

  Avoid thin soles in Downtown Phoenix where pavement heat can be extreme even if it's only 99°F.

• Breathable loafersRecommended

  Ideal for a resort-casual look while navigating the warm streets of Old Town Scottsdale in 99°F heat.

Accessories

• Wide-brimmed hatEssential

  Provides critical shade from intense desert UV rays during the 99°F sunny days of September.

• Polarized sunglassesEssential

  Protects your vision against the high glare found in the Phoenix landscape during 99°F sunny days.

• Reusable water bottleEssential

  Staying hydrated is vital when facing 99°F temperatures and dry desert air in Phoenix.

Gear

• Compact umbrellaRecommended

  A compact umbrella is essential for sudden monsoon storms during the 3 average precipitation days in September.

• High SPF sunscreenEssential

  Broad-spectrum protection is necessary to combat intense UV exposure during 99°F desert afternoons.

• Electrolyte packetsRecommended

  Helps maintain hydration levels when dealing with extreme 99°F heat and dry air.