Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Downtown Tucson in January
Little changes in Downtown Tucson from December: highs stay near 65°F (19°C), lows near 40°F (5°C), and about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain falls.
At 98/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (24 mm)
- Humidity
- 46%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 98/100 · Great
What January feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (19°C), good for long walks.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (25°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
Plan around January
January is one of Downtown Tucson's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (97 → 98/100).
- Our Tucson New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — January is part of it.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 40°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown Tucson in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Sentinel Peak
The hill with the big whitewashed A just west of downtown, with a summit road and a view across the whole city to the Catalinas.
Why now January scores 98/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playground Bar & Lounge
A Congress Street bar with a rooftop deck that has hosted a DJ New Year's Eve party with a midnight champagne toast.
Why now Highs near 65°F and 0.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Downtown Bowl Bash
Tucson's free New Year's Eve street party, with music and food trucks, ending in a lighted taco drop and fireworks at midnight.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Rialto Theatre
A 1920 theater across from Hotel Congress that is now Tucson's main mid-size concert hall.
Nearby in January
- Catalina Foothills in January~7 mi · highs 63°F, 1.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Papago Park & Camelback in January~102 mi · highs 66°F, 1.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Phoenix in January~106 mi · highs 67°F, 1.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Sedona in January~188 mi · highs 51°F, 1.9 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~962 m to Downtown Tucson's ~725 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Downtown Tucson in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Downtown Tucson?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 98/100. Expect highs of 65°F (19°C) and 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown Tucson in January?
Average highs are 65°F (19°C) and average lows 40°F (5°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown Tucson in January?
Not much: about 0.9 in (24 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.7 in (322 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown Tucson in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 40°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Downtown Tucson
Routes in season in January
- Tucson New Year's Eve Dec 30 – Jan 1
Planning Downtown Tucson in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.