Tucson weather in January

January in Tucson averages 67°F by day and 41°F at night, with 0.8 inches of precipitation. It is the 11th-warmest and 5th-wettest month of the year here.

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Average high
67°F+1° vs December
Average low
41°F4 nights below freezing
Precipitation
0.8 in2 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is January a good time to visit Tucson?

January is pleasant by day, but nights get chilly. The most comfortable months overall are February to April and November.

On January 15 the sun rises at 7:25 am and sets at 5:41 pm, giving 10h 16m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Tucson in January

  • T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
  • A warmer layer for evenings, which drop to around 41°F

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

January nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Tucson67°F41°F0.8 in
San Tan Valley, AZ76 mi68°F42°F1.4 in
Maricopa, AZ80 mi69°F37°F0.8 in
Queen Creek, AZ82 mi67°F43°F1.5 in
Gilbert, AZ90 mi71°F39°F1.0 in
Chandler, AZ92 mi71°F39°F1.0 in
Mesa, AZ97 mi71°F39°F1.0 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tucson in January?

In January, Tucson averages a high of 67°F and a low of 41°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is January a good time to visit Tucson?

January is mild by day but chilly at night (41°F lows).

Does it snow in Tucson in January?

Rarely. The January snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Tucson in December and Tucson in February. All twelve months: Tucson weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Tucson Intl. Airport, AZ, 6.5 miles from the city center.