If you're planning a trip to Tucson, a spring vacation (April to May) or a fall vacation (September to October) are the best time to explore the city. During these time of the year, the weather is quite pleasant, without having to bear the sweltering summer heat and also the hotel rates are quite a bargain. Especially for outdoor enthusiasts, these are the best time to plan a visit. If outdoor exploration is not in your agenda, you can definite make a trip down to Tucson during summer months and explore the city's top indoor attractions. Also the sunny winter skies and comfortable temperature attracts many to northerners.
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Spring Holiday in Tucson
Be it locals or visitors, spring time in Tucson is like a cherry on the cake. The frigid temperature has bid goodbye and the blistering heat has yet to arrive - the spring is the perfect time to visit the city. You will also enjoy a good deal on hotel rates during this time.
Tucson Spring Temperature-Average highs hover around from the low 80s to the 90s
-Light rainfall
Spring Festivals/Events in TucsonSpring Fling
Tucson Folk FestivalArizona International Film FestivalFiesta de Garibaldi
Clothes to Pack-Long and half sleeves shirts
-Long pants and jeans
-Light sweater or jacket
-Quarter pants
-Closed or open shoes
Summer Holiday in Tucson
Outdoor activities are insufferable during this time as the temperature hikes to triple digit figure. If you can bear the heat, this is the best time to explore the city on a budget as hotels offer heavy discounts.
Tucson Summer Temperature-Average temperatures hover in the 100s
-No rainfall
Summer Festivals/Events in TucsonJuneteenth (June)
Clothes to Pack
-Light, loose fitting clothes
-Shorts
-Flip flops or comfortable shoes
-Sunscreen, scarf, hat
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Fall Holiday in Tucson
Outdoor enthusiasts must definitely visit Tucson during the fall season. With a pleasant weather, this is the best time to venture into hiking, biking, mountain drives and other outdoor activities. You can expect some rainfall, nevertheless there are lots of sunny days to look forward.
Tucson Fall Temperature
-Average temperatures lies between the 80s and 90s
-Light rainfall
Fall Festivals/Events in TucsonTucson Culinary FestivalTucson Meet Yourself Festival
Clothes to Pack
-Light jacket
-Long pants or jeans
-1 or 2 shorts
-Umbrella
Winter Holiday in Tucson
Winter months in Tucson are generally sunny and pleasant. Many northerners retreat here to bask in the warm winter temperature. Also you can escape to the beautiful mountains and enjoy scores of winter recreations. Expect a huge plunge in hotel rates, so make sure to book well ahead.
Tucson Winter Temperature-Average temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-70s
-No or minimal rainfall
Winter Festivals/Events in Tucson
All Souls Procession Tucson Gem and Mineral Show 4th Avenue Winter Street FestivalTucson Festival of BooksClothes to Pack
-Warm jackets and Sweaters
-Warm pants
-Caps, gloves, scarfs
-Closed shoes