Tucson is likely to reach its first 100-degree day of 2026 on Thursday.
Tucson, AZ
Right Now
86°
Sunny
- Humidity: 10%
- Feels Like: 86°
- Heat Index: 86°
- Wind: 10 mph
- Wind Chill: 86°
- UV Index: 0 Low
- Sunrise: 06:32:51 AM
- Sunset: 06:33:02 PM
- Dew Point: 22°
- Visibility: 10 mi
Today
A clear sky. Low around 55F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
A clear sky. Low around 55F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow
A mainly sunny sky. Near record high temperatures. High 92F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph.
Weather Alert
...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 8 PM MST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 100 to 108 degrees expected. The hottest days are currently expected to be Friday March 20 and Saturday March 21. * WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, and Western Pima County. * WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 8 PM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visitors, seasonal residents and other people not typically accustomed to or acclimated to extreme heat are especially urged to take precautions during the hottest hours of the day and limit outdoor activity. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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. &&
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4 PM
87°
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4 PM
87°
Wind: NW @ 10 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 10%
Wind Chill: 87°
Heat Index: 87°
UV Index: 2 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 23°
5 PM
86°
10 mph
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5 PM
86°
Wind: NNW @ 10 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 10%
Wind Chill: 86°
Heat Index: 86°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 24°
6 PM
84°
9 mph
0%
6 PM
84°
Wind: NNW @ 9 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 11%
Wind Chill: 84°
Heat Index: 84°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 24°
7 PM
80°
8 mph
0%
7 PM
80°
Wind: NW @ 8 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 13%
Wind Chill: 80°
Heat Index: 80°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 24°
8 PM
77°
6 mph
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8 PM
77°
Wind: NW @ 6 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 15%
Wind Chill: 77°
Heat Index: 77°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 25°
9 PM
74°
4 mph
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9 PM
74°
Wind: NW @ 4 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 16%
Wind Chill: 74°
Heat Index: 74°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 25°
10 PM
70°
4 mph
0%
10 PM
70°
Wind: WNW @ 4 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 19%
Wind Chill: 70°
Heat Index: 70°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 26°
11 PM
66°
4 mph
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11 PM
66°
Wind: SSE @ 4 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 22%
Wind Chill: 66°
Heat Index: 66°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 26°
12 AM
64°
4 mph
0%
12 AM
64°
Wind: SE @ 4 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 23%
Wind Chill: 64°
Heat Index: 64°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 26°
1 AM
62°
5 mph
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1 AM
62°
Wind: SE @ 5 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 26%
Wind Chill: 62°
Heat Index: 62°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 26°
2 AM
60°
5 mph
0%
2 AM
60°
Wind: SE @ 5 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 27%
Wind Chill: 60°
Heat Index: 60°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 26°
3 AM
59°
6 mph
0%
3 AM
59°
Wind: SE @ 6 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 28%
Wind Chill: 58°
Heat Index: 59°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 26°
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- Arizona Daily Star
A strong ridge of high pressure off the California Coast will bring about a warmer-than-usual weekend to the Tucson region and high temperatures next week that could set new records for March.
- SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
Former National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration chief scientist Ryan Maue said he expects extreme weather in all 50 states.
- Tony Davis
Tucson averaged 59.3 degrees from December 2025 through February 2026 — the National Weather Service's definition of winter for record-keeping purposes. That's 5 degrees above the normal wintertime average temperature here, the weather service says.
- Tony Davis Arizona Daily Star
Tucson just experienced its warmest winter on record, with zero frost days and an average temperature of 59.3 degrees—shattering the 2018 record.
- SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
Meteorologists say the powerful nor’easter smacking the Northeast is a classic, record-setting blizzard.
- Arizona Daily Star
- Arizona Daily Star
- Arizona Daily Star
- BROOKE HESS-HOMEIER, JULIE WATSON and JOHN SEEWER Associated Press
It is the deadliest avalanche in the U.S. since 1981, when 11 climbers were killed on Mount Rainier, Washington.
- Arizona Daily Star
Rainy days are expected this week in Tucson, but the weekend is likely to be sunny and warm.
- Arizona Daily Star
A storm system will move across the region beginning Thursday night, bringing a strong chance of rain to Tucson Friday, the weather service says.
- SETH BORENSTEIN and M.K. WILDEMAN Associated Press
The first quarter of the 21st century was unusually warm by historical standards, so a prolonged cold spell this winter is unfamiliar to many people, especially younger Americans.