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Tucson Basks in Sunny Weekend Before a Warm-Up and Late-Week Showers

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Published on October 24, 2026
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Tucson is starting Saturday, October 24, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-50s, but the day is headed for sunshine and a high near 79 degrees. The weekend stays dry and mild, with a low around 56 Saturday night and a Sunday high near 80.

Sunny Weekend, Then A Warm-Up

The National Weather Service in Tucson expects light, variable winds becoming west-northwest at 5 to 7 mph Saturday afternoon; Sunday will be sunny. Highs are forecast to reach 82 Monday, 85 Tuesday and 84 Wednesday, with a Monday morning low near 56 and a Tuesday-night low around 60.

Rain Chances Return Thursday

Dry weather is expected through Wednesday, but the pattern turns more unsettled Thursday, October 29, with a 20% chance of showers. Friday, October 30, brings a chance of showers and thunderstorms.

What Tucsonans Can Expect

Saturday afternoon winds will be west-northwest at 5 to 7 mph, while humidity stays relatively low across the valleys. No watches, warnings or advisories are posted for the Tucson area, but anyone planning late-week outdoor activities should keep an eye on the rain forecast as Thursday and Friday approach.