Pima County Weather Forecast
Pima County weather: 86°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Pima County is a county in Arizona. Pima County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 1.1 million.
Right now it is 86°F (30°C) in Pima County with overcast. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 81°F to 107°F. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Pima County is February, March, April and May. The climate is hot and arid. January, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 101°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
The closest major airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), about 103 mi away. Nearby highlights include Saguaro National Park, Slide Rock State Park and Petrified Forest National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 107°F is 6.1°F above the 101°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Pima County today at 8.6/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Active alerts for Pima County
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 24 at 3:00AM MST until August 29 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Issued by NWS Tucson AZ
Weather in Pima County right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:39 AM, Aug 24 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Pima County
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 107° / 81° | 30% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 105° / 74° | 15% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 109° / 81° | 2% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 109° / 94° | 3% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 106° / 92° | 9% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 108° / 93° | 15% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 105° / 85° | 21% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 101° / 83° | 40% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 99° / 87° | 24% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 105° / 90° | 12% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 107° / 92° | 9% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 109° / 96° | 16% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 100° / 83° | 16% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 90° / 81° | 32% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 100° / 85° | 31% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 102° / 89° | 26% | 12 mph | 8 |
Climate in Pima County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 40° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 72° | 46° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 77° | 50° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 56° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 91° | 63° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 101° | 75° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 101° | 78° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 101° | 78° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 96° | 72° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 89° | 62° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 74° | 49° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 71° | 45° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Pima County
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Air quality and pollen in Pima County
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Pima County
Go in February, March, April and May. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pima County?
Pima County is a county in Arizona. Its coordinates are 32.2226, -110.9747. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Pima County right now?
It is currently 86°F (30°C) with overcast. Humidity is 42% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Pima County?
February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Pima County, which has a hot and arid climate. January, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Pima County in?
Pima County observes America/Phoenix (UTC-07:00). The local time is 9:39 AM.
How many people live in Pima County?
Pima County has a population of approximately 1.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Pima County?
The closest airports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 103 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Pima County?
Popular options include Saguaro National Park, Slide Rock State Park and Petrified Forest National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 9:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
