Crossword clue
“Sunniest state in the U.S.”
This clue appeared as 8-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
ARIZONALetters7
Starts withA
Ends withA
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Sunniest state in the U.S.” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 4, 2026 as 8-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with A and ends with A, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Sunniest state in the U.S.” clue?+
The answer is ARIZONA (7 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 4, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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