Surprise, Arizona Weather
Surprise, Arizona — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery for Surprise, Maricopa County.
Full aviation weather for Surprise is published on the Luke Air Force Base (KLUF) page, 12 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Surprise have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Surprise: Glendale Municipal Airport (KGEU) 12 km · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (KGYR) 24 km · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (KDVT) 24 km · Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (KPHX) 37 km · Buckeye Municipal Airport (KBXK) 40 km
Conditions reported at KLUF describe the airfield itself. Weather 12 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Surprise specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Surprise, Arizona
Surprise, Arizona, unfolds across a landscape shaped by the persistent sun and the stark beauty of the Sonoran Desert. It lies 1.3 miles north-north-west of El Mirage, AZ (from El Mirage, AZ: bearing 338°T), and is situated 6.5 miles west-north-west of Peoria. Its geography is characterized by broad, flat plains that gradually give way to the low, rugged foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains to the northwest, a silent testament to the earth's ancient forces. Historically, this land was once traversed by Indigenous peoples, and later, its development was spurred by the dreams of ranchers and farmers seeking to harness the desert's potential. The economy of Surprise thrives on a diverse blend of sectors, including a burgeoning healthcare industry, advanced manufacturing, and a robust retail and service sector that caters to its growing population. The very air here seems to hold a dry, clean warmth, a constant reminder of the desert's elemental power as it shapes the lives and livelihoods within Surprise. The cultural character of Surprise is a vibrant mosaic, reflecting the influx of newcomers drawn to its sun-drenched promise and the enduring spirit of those who have long called this region home. The city boasts a notable array of amenities, including the charming White Tank Mountain Regional Park, offering trails that wind through saguaro-studded canyons and reveal panoramic desert vistas. The University of Phoenix and Ottawa University lend an academic pulse to the community, fostering intellectual growth. While Surprise may not have professional sports teams of its own, its residents often follow the major league franchises of nearby Phoenix. The city plays host to significant events like the annual Surprise Fiesta, a celebration of local heritage and community spirit. Among its famous sons and daughters, one might find individuals who have made their mark in fields ranging from professional baseball to public service, their achievements echoing the ambitious spirit of Surprise itself.
Live animated radar for Surprise and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Surprise, Maricopa County, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 33.630594°N, 112.333216°W |
| Timezone | Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 85378, 85374, 85379, 85387, 85388 |
| Area Code | 480 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Surprise, Arizona Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Surprise, Arizona, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Surprise includes coordinates 33.630594°N, 112.333216°W, situated in Maricopa County. ZIP code 85378, 85374, 85379, 85387, 85388. Telephone area code: 480. Timezone: Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
