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Tucson, AZ Weather on May 27

Tucson hits 106°F on May 27, 1974: Desert heat record

On May 27, Tucson has experienced extreme temperature swings across 55 years of recorded history. The record high of 106°F, set in 1974, showcases the intense desert heat that can grip the region during late May, while the record low of 50°F in 2012 demonstrates how dramatically temperatures can plummet. Typical conditions for the date see highs averaging 95°F and lows around 65°F, putting the record extremes well outside normal parameters.

By Weather On This Day|
Avg High
95°F
Avg Low
65°F
Record High
106°F
1974
Record Low
50°F
2012
Tucson, AZ on May 27 — Temperature History40°F60°F80°F100°F120°F19801990200020102020HighLow

What to Expect on May 27

Planning for May 27th in Tucson, AZ? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the warmest May 27 ever in Tucson?

The warmest May 27 in Tucson, AZ reached 106°F in 1974. That is 11°F above the long-term average high of 95°F.

What was the coldest May 27 ever in Tucson?

The coldest May 27 in Tucson, AZ dropped to 50°F in 2012. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 65°F.

What is the average temperature on May 27 in Tucson?

On May 27, Tucson averages a high of 95°F and a low of 65°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from TUCSON WFO.

How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Tucson?

We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Tucson, AZ, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.

May 27 Weather History in Tucson

YearHighLowPrecipSnow
202597°F65°F0"--
2024100°F63°F0"--
202397°F64°F0"--
2022104°F71°F0"--
202196°F64°F0"--
2020103°F66°F0"--
201979°F58°F0"--
201893°F58°F0"--
201796°F61°F0"--
201688°F57°F0"--
201596°F63°F0"--
2014102°F69°F0"--
201398°F60°F0"--
201286°F50°F0"--
2011101°F63°F0"--
2010100°F56°F0"--
200997°F64°F0"--
200893°F52°F0"--
200796°F69°F0"--
200692°F70°F0"--
200596°F68°F0.74"--
200488°F62°F0"--
2003103°F71°F0"--
200291°F64°F0"--
2001102°F73°F0"--
200099°F70°F0"--
199996°F67°F0"--
199892°F62°F0"--
1997100°F67°F0"--
199692°F60°F0"--
199590°F64°F0"--
199494°F69°F0"--
1993100°F72°F0"--
199291°F70°F0.25"--
199194°F67°F0"--
199094°F64°F0"--
1989100°F67°F0"--
1988100°F73°F0"--
198781°F57°F0"--
1986100°F70°F0"--
198598°F66°F0"--
1984101°F70°F0"--
1983102°F72°F0"--
198289°F72°F0"--
198191°F70°F0.03"--
198088°F59°F0"--
197985°F62°F0"--
197889°F58°F0"--
197792°F60°F0"--
1976102°F65°F0"--
197595°F65°F0"--
1974106°F69°F0"--
197394°F64°F0"--
197299°F69°F0"--
197193°F64°F0"--

Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: TUCSON WFO

How Has May 27 Changed?

The last decade has been 2.4°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Tucson, AZ, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 101°F / Low: 74°F
Coldest MonthDecemberAvg High: 66°F / Low: 38°F
Jan
67°/ 38°
💧 5.9"
❄️ 1.6"
Feb
70°/ 41°
💧 5.8"
❄️ 0.5"
Mar
75°/ 45°
💧 5.7"
❄️ 2.8"
Apr
83°/ 51°
💧 4.9"
May
92°/ 59°
💧 3.0"
Jun
101°/ 68°
💧 4.2"
Jul
101°/ 74°
💧 6.4"
Aug
99°/ 73°
💧 6.8"
Sep
96°/ 68°
💧 7.0"
Oct
86°/ 56°
💧 7.3"
Nov
75°/ 44°
💧 6.6"
Dec
66°/ 38°
💧 6.2"
❄️ 2.4"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

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