The best times to visit Tubac for ideal weather are

March 5th to June 10th

or

September 10th to November 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Tubac Travel Info

Weather in Tubac

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tubac vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Tubac, the hottest months are June, July, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 99.8°F (37.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.6°F (18.1°C) at night.

Tubac Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tubac Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Tubac Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tubac Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tubac Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 66.2 48.2 33.5
Feb 69 50.8 35.2
Mar 75.7 57.8 40.4
Apr 81 63.5 45.1
May 87.8 70.8 51.5
Jun 97.9 81.3 62.8
Jul 93.1 78.4 67.5
Aug 93.1 77.5 65.6
Sep 90.2 74.4 60.9
Oct 83.7 66 49.7
Nov 74.6 56.6 40.7
Dec 65.2 47.7 33.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 19 9 0.8
Feb 20.6 10.4 1.8
Mar 24.3 14.3 4.7
Apr 27.2 17.5 7.3
May 31 21.6 10.8
Jun 36.6 27.4 17.1
Jul 33.9 25.8 19.7
Aug 33.9 25.3 18.7
Sep 32.3 23.6 16.1
Oct 28.7 18.9 9.8
Nov 23.7 13.7 4.8
Dec 18.4 8.7 1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tubac are May, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Tubac? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Tubac.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tubac (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 6% 0 0.7
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 3% 0 0.4
Apr 1% 0 0.2
May 1% 0 0.1
Jun 3% 0 0.3
Jul 31% 0 4.5
Aug 26% 0 3.7
Sep 16% 0 2.5
Oct 5% 0 0.7
Nov 3% 0 0.3
Dec 8% 0 1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 1.8
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 3 0 1
Apr 1 0 0.5
May 1 0 0.3
Jun 3 0 0.8
Jul 31 0 11.4
Aug 26 0 9.4
Sep 16 0 6.4
Oct 5 0 1.8
Nov 3 0 0.8
Dec 8 0 2.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Tubac has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is May (11.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (48%).

Wind in Tubac is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and June. May’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.4 MPH or 11.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 16.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Tubac.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.9 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 5.4 Light breeze 13.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.2 Light breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 6.4 Light breeze 15.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Jul 4.2 Light breeze 14.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 13.5 Significant breeze
Sep 4 Light breeze 12.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 29.6%
Feb 26.3%
Mar 17%
Apr 13.5%
May 11.2%
Jun 12.8%
Jul 45.5%
Aug 48%
Sep 42%
Oct 27.1%
Nov 26.4%
Dec 34.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tubac?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Tubac, AZ, US is March, followed by January and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Tubac in May. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 53.1 in May means 53.1% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Tubac Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 94.8°F (34.9°C) and 71.7°F (22.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 1 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Tubac, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.3°F (32.4°C) and 70.1°F (21.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Tubac to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 71.7°F (22.1°C) and 62°F (16.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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