Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, just days after music icon Dolly Parton's death, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Tucson, AZ
Right Now
- Humidity: 39%
- Feels Like: 91°
- Heat Index: 91°
- Wind: 6 mph
- Wind Chill: 89°
- UV Index: 10 Very High
- Sunrise: 05:57:16 AM
- Sunset: 06:51:45 PM
- Dew Point: 61°
- Visibility: 10 mi
Today
Sunny skies this morning. Scattered showers and thunderstorms developing during the afternoon. Hot. High 103F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy skies. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 78F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow
A mix of clouds and sun with the chance of an isolated thunderstorm in the afternoon. High around 95F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50%.
Weather Alert
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM MST THIS MORNING THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Tucson Metro Area, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Upper San Pedro River Valley Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains. * WHEN...From 11 AM MST this morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An increase in moisture will bring scattered thunderstorms Saturday and Sunday. Rainfall rates in excess of 1 inch per hour are expected with the stronger storms with isolated areas having the potential of 1-3 inches. Additional rainfall from the previous day and overnight activity will result in faster responses in normally dry washes, creeks and roadway dips. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. &&
Weather Alert
...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures ranging between 104 to 110 degrees and low temperatures 79 to 85 degrees. Major to Extreme HeatRisk today through Saturday. * WHERE...Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, and Western Pima County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. &&
Next 12 Hours
Wind: SSE @ 5 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 37%
Wind Chill: 91°
Heat Index: 93°
UV Index: 3 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 61°
Wind: SSE @ 4 mph
Precip: 1% Chance
Humidity: 32%
Wind Chill: 94°
Heat Index: 96°
UV Index: 6 High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 59°
Wind: W @ 4 mph
Precip: 2% Chance
Humidity: 28%
Wind Chill: 97°
Heat Index: 98°
UV Index: 8 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 58°
Wind: WNW @ 4 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 25%
Wind Chill: 100°
Heat Index: 101°
UV Index: 10 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 58°
Wind: W @ 5 mph
Precip: 22% Chance
Humidity: 24%
Wind Chill: 101°
Heat Index: 103°
UV Index: 10 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 57°
Wind: W @ 8 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 23%
Wind Chill: 102°
Heat Index: 103°
UV Index: 7 High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 57°
Wind: W @ 7 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 22%
Wind Chill: 102°
Heat Index: 103°
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 57°
Wind: WSW @ 8 mph
Precip: 23% Chance
Humidity: 26%
Wind Chill: 100°
Heat Index: 101°
UV Index: 2 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 59°
Wind: SW @ 11 mph
Precip: 31% Chance
Humidity: 30%
Wind Chill: 97°
Heat Index: 99°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 9 mi
Dew Point: 60°
Wind: SW @ 11 mph
Precip: 35% Chance
Humidity: 37%
Wind Chill: 92°
Heat Index: 94°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 7 mi
Dew Point: 62°
Wind: WSW @ 10 mph
Precip: 23% Chance
Humidity: 40%
Wind Chill: 89°
Heat Index: 92°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 62°
Wind: S @ 9 mph
Precip: 18% Chance
Humidity: 46%
Wind Chill: 86°
Heat Index: 89°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 63°
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