1650 E. River Road
Relocating to Tucson? Here’s What You Need to Know
Moving to Tucson AZ could be a shock if you’re from the East Coast or northern parts of the country. The culture, climate, and way of life are quite different here from many other parts of America. For those who would like some insight about what to expect when relocating to Tucson, here are some tips.
Culture: Since Tucson is located in the southwest and was for many years part of Mexico, it has retained many of the traditions that the natives of Mexico brought here hundreds of years ago. The Hispanic influence is strong in many parts of the city. Festivals, religious events, and Hispanic foods are all very common in Tucson. Many areas of town, streets, and buildings have Spanish names. Many residents embrace the culture that Tucson offers once it becomes more familiar.
Climate: The desert climate is dry, with very little rain. It is almost always very sunny and, for the most part, temperatures are very tolerable. In the summer, it does get as hot as 120 degrees, so it is best to stay inside. But summer nights are a perfect temperature, and you can stay up very late on your back porch and enjoy the night sky. I am originally from northern Ohio, and summer there seems mild compared to the Tucson summer. Some parts of Tucson, Arizona, do get more rain than others. Green Valley and Sahuarita typically experience the most rain in the area due to the way storms build in that particular area of the sky. Also, during the summers, there are “monsoons.” These are very intense rainstorms with lightning and are amazing to watch roll through the town. If you have ever seen a postcard from or about Tucson, the most common picture seems to be of an incredible display of lightning. That is what you will see during the monsoon season. Most of these storms are very short and last less than half an hour. It can rain very heavily in one part of town, while another part of town never sees a drop of water. These storms are exciting to watch and many people will come out of their homes and workplaces just to see them roll in.
Attractions: Tucson offers many attractions and diverse scenery. On the far southeast side of town is Madera Canyon, a world-renowned humming bird Mecca. Sabino Canyon, in the far northeast, is a large stream-laced chasm in the Santa Catalina Mountains offering hiking trails, full-moon shuttle rides, and natural pools. There are multitudes of other beautiful, natural attractions in the Tucson and Southern Arizona region — too many to name. Golf is another of Tucson AZ’s major attractions. Dozens of world-class golf properties dot the Tucson area, and the Accenture Match Play Championship is hosted every February in Dove Mountain.