In this article, it will go over several things people should know when moving to Tucson. From annoyances, the weather could provide to benefits of living in the city!

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moving to tucson arizona

moving to tucson arizona

Snowbird Season:

From the months of October to April, the city of Tucson experiences an influx of visitors from the Midwest and Eastern states who are trying to escape the cold winters of their home states. No one can really blame them as the coldest temperatures you’ll typically find in Tucson is in the mid-thirties; additionally, winters in Tucson typically feel very brief. However, this flocking of snowbirds can cause congestion in traffic as well as in the restaurants and events happening in the city. 

Monsoon Season:

Tucson, Arizona is a place known for being an incredibly dry and hot place so this next item on this list may come to a surprise to people moving here. From June to usually about September, the city goes through something called a Monsoon. This occurs when the sun heats the Pacific Ocean at a faster rate and causes shifts in wind to bring more rain into the state. During the Monsoons, the city of Tucson will get most of its rain for the year so one should expect flooding and renowned thunderstorms. Despite the flooding, the Monsoon season is also a time of beauty and provides relief from the sweltering summer heat. 

A Foodie’s Paradise:

Tucson, Arizona has always been a city known for having some renown and authentic Mexican food. It’s even been said that El Charro Cafe (one of the oldest Mexican food places in the area) is said to be the birthplace of the Chimichanga! Outside of the renowned authentic Mexican food, Tucson is also home to the well known Sonoran Dog! Now, if you’re a health-conscious eater, the Sonoran Dog may horrify you. The Sonoran Dog is a hot dog wrapped in bacon, grilled, placed in a bolillo-style bun, topped with pinto beans, onions, tomatoes, and an assortment of other condiments that vary from location to location.

A Show In The Sky:

Even before the sun disappears, Tucson is known for the beauty that exhibits itself in the sky in the form of its sunsets. However, once the sun drops below the horizon, the beauty doesn’t end as Tucson is a city that puts a lot of effort into limiting light pollution and this effort provides a clearer view of the starry sky during the night. So when you make the move to Tucson, be sure to look up every now and then to appreciate the effort of light pollution limitation!