ARIZONA — The desert is glowing this morning under a crystal-clear December sky, with Tucson waking to 45°F and calm winds drifting out of the southeast. The early light brings a gentle reminder of Arizona’s trademark winter contrast — warm afternoons, chilly nights, and the season’s driest stretch on tap through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Tucson, residents can expect sunny skies and near-perfect visibility through the rest of the week. Temperatures will climb quickly after sunrise, reaching highs near 71°F today before slipping back into the low 40s overnight. Wednesday looks nearly identical, with a high near 68°F and clear conditions for both commuters and travelers along I-10 and Route 86.
While much of the nation braces for Arctic air, Tucson remains pleasantly stable — though forecasters caution that large temperature drops after sunset can still catch drivers and early risers off guard. Light frost isn’t out of the question in cooler desert valleys and washes, where thermometers could briefly dip into the upper 30s midweek.
The pattern stays consistent into the weekend, offering prime weather for outdoor decorating, early hiking, and late-fall cleanup ahead of the holidays. No rain is expected through Sunday, keeping travel smooth for those returning from Thanksgiving trips.
Five-Day Tucson Outlook:
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 71°F, low 41°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 68°F, low 39°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 67°F, low 39°F.
- Friday: Sunny, high 66°F, low 39°F.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 70°F, low 43°F.
