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Tucson, Arizona Temperature & Weather History

Arizona, United States · Climate data since 1981
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📍 32.2264°N, 110.9580°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Tucson Climate Overview

Tucson has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in June and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains relatively low throughout the year creating cold and dry conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌤️63.9°F51.5°F39.0°F83.1°F20.3°F48%292.63.54
February🌤️66.7°F53.8°F40.9°F86.4°F17.4°F46%262.64.46
March🌤️72.7°F58.8°F44.8°F93.7°F25.9°F40%212.65.86
April☀️80.7°F65.6°F50.6°F100.8°F30.2°F31%92.87.30
May🌞89.6°F74.0°F58.4°F108.0°F39.2°F24%52.88.01
June🔥99.4°F84.0°F68.6°F113.0°F50.2°F20%102.88.09
July☔96.7°F84.9°F73.2°F113.7°F61.0°F42%802.16.94
August🔥95.0°F83.6°F72.3°F109.6°F59.7°F48%771.86.44
September🌞92.6°F80.0°F67.5°F106.9°F48.7°F44%402.25.90
October☀️83.7°F70.4°F57.0°F104.4°F34.0°F39%222.35.02
November☀️72.5°F59.6°F46.7°F92.5°F22.6°F41%182.53.92
December🌤️64.1°F51.8°F39.6°F83.5°F20.3°F48%322.53.24

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Tucson Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Tucson

January is Tucson's coldest month, with average lows reaching 39.0°F. The coldest it has ever been that month is 20.3°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 39.7°F – 64.9°F

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Tucson

Summer temperatures in Tucson peak in June, with average highs of 99.3°F. The hottest it has ever been that month is 113.0°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 71.4°F – 97.0°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Tucson

Tucson sees its highest rainfall in July, receiving approximately 80 mm of precipitation.
🌧️July to September (avg) · up to 80 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Tucson Monthly Temperature Guide

June is the hottest month in Tucson, with average highs reaching 99.4°F, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 39.0°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in June, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Tucson

July is the wettest month in Tucson with about 80 mm, while May is the driest at 5 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the summer months. Humidity stays relatively low (around 39%), peaking during summer months, which creates cold and dry conditions.

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:68.2°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:370 mm
Avg Humidity:39%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Tucson's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 113.7°F in July 1995, and its coldest dropped to 17.4°F in February 2011. 2025 was the warmest year overall and 1983 the coolest.

📅 Explore Tucson Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Tucson's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 71.2°F), while the coldest was 1983 (avg: 65.3°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Tucson's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °F

Tucson's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 113.7°F in July 1995, while the lowest dropped to 17.4°F in February 2011.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Tucson shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
84.7°F71.2°F57.6°F110.3°F29.8°F29334%2.4 m/s
2024
83.8°F70.3°F56.8°F110.7°F24.1°F30036%2.3 m/s
2023
83.3°F69.8°F56.3°F111.0°F26.4°F21735%2.6 m/s
2022
82.0°F68.7°F55.6°F107.1°F26.6°F34038%2.4 m/s
2021
82.8°F69.6°F56.5°F113.0°F27.9°F38337%2.4 m/s
2020
84.4°F70.7°F57.0°F109.8°F25.9°F15734%2.5 m/s
2019
80.8°F68.0°F55.2°F107.8°F23.7°F40642%2.5 m/s
2018
82.8°F69.8°F57.0°F109.2°F26.8°F37538%2.4 m/s
2017
84.2°F71.1°F57.9°F112.6°F27.0°F26735%2.4 m/s
2016
83.1°F70.0°F56.8°F112.5°F26.1°F31737%2.4 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Tucson?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), June is typically the hottest month in Tucson, Arizona, with average high temperatures around 99.4°F.

What is the coldest month in Tucson?▼

January is the coldest month in Tucson, with average low temperatures around 39.0°F.

What is the rainiest month in Tucson?▼

July receives the most rainfall with approximately 80 mm, while May is the driest with 5 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Tucson?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 113.7°F in July 1995. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Tucson?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was 17.4°F in February 2011.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Tucson get?▼

Tucson receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 8.09 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Arizona.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45