🇺🇸 Phoenix vs Tucson 🇺🇸

Phoenix, United States vs Tucson, United States — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Phoenix is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Tucson is drier, with roughly 18 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Phoenix🇺🇸 Tucson
Avg annual high30°C29°C
Hottest monthJuly (41°C)June (38°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (6°C low)January (5°C low)
Rainy days / year6345
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitFebruary, March, NovemberFebruary, March, November

🇺🇸 Phoenix

Best around February, March, November. Hottest in July (41°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

🇺🇸 Tucson

Best around February, March, November. Hottest in June (38°C), coldest lows in January (5°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Phoenix or Tucson warmer?

Phoenix is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Phoenix or Tucson?

Phoenix is rainier — Tucson sees about 18 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Phoenix vs Tucson?

Phoenix is best around February, March, November; Tucson is best around February, March, November.

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