Answers to Questions About Tucson

Whether you’re visiting or looking to purchase one of the many beautiful Tucson homes for sale in “Old Pueblo,” there is plenty of information available to help you with your vacation or your search for just the right luxury home. Here are a few FAQs (“Frequently Asked Questions”) about Tucson.

Where is Tucson in relation to Phoenix, Arizona?

Tucson is located at an elevation of approximately 2,400 feet above sea level in the southern part of Arizona, between Phoenix and the Mexican border along Interstate 10. Depending on how it’s measured, the distance between Tucson and Phoenix is roughly 100-120 miles. At the posted speed limit, the easy drive along Interstate 10 usually takes about two hours, give or take a few minutes depending on your exact destination.

What is the population of Metropolitan Tucson?

When it was founded in 1775, Tucson's population was just over 3,000. By 1920, the population had grown to 20,292. Today, roughly one million people call Tucson home.

How hot does it get in Tucson?

The annual average temperature for Tucson is a high of 82 degrees Fahrenheit/28 degrees Celsius, and a low of 55 degrees Fahrenheit/13 degrees Celsius. The average high temperature during the middle of the summer is 100 degrees Fahrenheit/38 degrees Celsius.

What is the Tucson time zone?

The Tucson time zone is Mountain Standard Time (MST). As with almost all of Arizona, Tucson clocks do not change for daylight savings time.

Can I fly into Tucson?

It’s easy to fly into Tucson easy since Tucson is served by several airlines with nonstop service and connections around the world. Visit www.tucsonairport.org for more information.

How far is it from Tucson to Sedona, Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon?

It is approximately 230 miles from Tucson to Sedona, approximately 260 miles from Tucson to Flagstaff and approximately 340 miles from Tucson to the Grand Canyon.

*Source for most information: www.VisitTucson.org;used with permission.