TUCSON FUN FACTS
"Arizona Critters" - Meet some of the desert's most famous inhabitants!
General Info
- The Saguaro (pronounced sah-wah'-ro) is the state flower of Arizona.
- The Cactus Wren (not the roadrunner) is the state bird of Arizona.
- Tucson was once voted the friendliest city by CondeNast Traveler magazine.
- Phoenix is 115 miles from Tucson.
- Mexico is 63 miles from Tucson.
- Weather
With approximately 350 days of sunshine, Tucson has more sunshine than any other city in the United States. Two short rainy seasons help to replenish the desert landscape. Winter seasons are mild. Summers prove themselves to be true, are HOT. Low humidity complemnet most sunny days to make the warm temperatures feel cooler. Climate designates the dress code -- casual clothing is acceptable and expected almost everywhere.