Average Monthly Sunshine in Tucson (AZ)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Tucson receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Tucson vary. From a high of 401 hours in May, to a low of 246 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3804 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 13.4 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in December, with about 8.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Tucson’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Tucson enjoys an average of 3804 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

July, Tucson’s wettest month, receives 7.7 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 37°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.