Tucson, AZ – Prepare for a scorcher this weekend as Tucson braces for high temperatures hovering near 100°F starting Sunday. Sunny skies are forecast through the weekend, with winds expected to increase, particularly on Saturday when gusts could reach up to 25 mph.
According to the National Weather Service, Tucson’s high will reach 97°F today, with clear skies and eastward winds between 6 to 10 mph. Tonight, the temperature will drop to a mild 69°F, accompanied by winds gusting as high as 21 mph.
By Saturday, temperatures will peak again near 97°F, with southeast winds picking up speed, reaching gusts up to 25 mph. The warmth will continue through Sunday, with the mercury touching 100°F by midday, followed by a slight shift in winds to the southwest by afternoon.
A breezy stretch will follow into Monday, as Tucson’s high remains near 99°F, dipping slightly to 70°F by night. Be sure to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially during the hottest parts of the day. The heat wave will persist into next week, with temperatures cooling slightly on Wednesday, but still above average, with a high of 88°F.
