Early July brought historic extreme weather for the fourth year in a row, and scientists again see the "fingerprints" of climate change in a deadly Fourth of July.
Tucson, AZ
Right Now
102°
Sunny
- Humidity: 21%
- Feels Like: 102°
- Heat Index: 102°
- Wind: 6 mph
- Wind Chill: 102°
- UV Index: 11
- Sunrise: 05:24:33 AM
- Sunset: 07:32:56 PM
- Dew Point: 54°
- Visibility: 10 mi
Today
A mix of clouds and sun. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 106F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A few clouds. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low near 80F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow
Sun and a few passing clouds. Very hot. High near 105F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.
Weather Alert
...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 107 to 112 degrees. * WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast 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
Time
Temp
Wind
Precip
12 PM
104°
7 mph
15%
12 PM
104°
Wind: NW @ 7 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 19%
Wind Chill: 104°
Heat Index: 104°
UV Index: 11
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 53°
1 PM
105°
8 mph
15%
1 PM
105°
Wind: NW @ 8 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 17%
Wind Chill: 105°
Heat Index: 105°
UV Index: 11
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 52°
2 PM
106°
9 mph
15%
2 PM
106°
Wind: NW @ 9 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 16%
Wind Chill: 106°
Heat Index: 106°
UV Index: 10 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 51°
3 PM
106°
10 mph
15%
3 PM
106°
Wind: NW @ 10 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 17%
Wind Chill: 106°
Heat Index: 106°
UV Index: 7 High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 51°
4 PM
106°
10 mph
15%
4 PM
106°
Wind: NW @ 10 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 16%
Wind Chill: 106°
Heat Index: 106°
UV Index: 4 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 50°
5 PM
104°
12 mph
15%
5 PM
104°
Wind: WNW @ 12 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 18%
Wind Chill: 104°
Heat Index: 104°
UV Index: 2 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 52°
6 PM
102°
11 mph
15%
6 PM
102°
Wind: NW @ 11 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 20%
Wind Chill: 102°
Heat Index: 102°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 53°
7 PM
95°
11 mph
18%
7 PM
95°
Wind: NW @ 11 mph
Precip: 18% Chance
Humidity: 28%
Wind Chill: 95°
Heat Index: 95°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 57°
8 PM
92°
11 mph
20%
8 PM
92°
Wind: SSW @ 11 mph
Precip: 20% Chance
Humidity: 30%
Wind Chill: 92°
Heat Index: 92°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 56°
9 PM
91°
12 mph
15%
9 PM
91°
Wind: SSE @ 12 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 30%
Wind Chill: 91°
Heat Index: 91°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 56°
10 PM
90°
11 mph
15%
10 PM
90°
Wind: S @ 11 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 33%
Wind Chill: 90°
Heat Index: 90°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 57°
11 PM
88°
9 mph
15%
11 PM
88°
Wind: S @ 9 mph
Precip: 15% Chance
Humidity: 36%
Wind Chill: 88°
Heat Index: 88°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 58°
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