Scottsdale is the fourth-largest city in Maricopa County. Scottsdale is not only a community; it’s a style of living that includes great cuisine, fantastic weather, interesting cultural events, and GOLF! It is a dynamic expanding community that has its roots as an old west farming town. It sits at an elevation of 1,259 feet and is comprised of approximately 184 Square Miles. The summer high temperatures hover around 103 degrees (it’s a dry heat!). Winter daytime temperatures average around 65-75 degrees & winter lows around 40 degrees. The area does receive some rainfall, approximately 7 inches per year. Scottsdale is also famous for its nationally recognized resorts and hotels that compare favorably with the best in the world. There are many attractions in and around town that will provide visitors with much to see and do.