5
High
Winter Storm Risk in Tucson, AZ
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
FEMA: 5Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating based on FEMA National Risk Index
- Estimated annual loss of $200K from this hazard type
- 5 events on record in proximity
- 2 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Average annual frequency: 1.8 events per year
Peak season: December-March
Last significant event: Winter Weather - Southeast Arizona mountains, United States (2026-01-24) — 169 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Winter Storms
Tucson is not in the top 10 for winter storm risk among tracked cities.
How Tucson Compares
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Notable Winter Storm Events Near Tucson
Winter Weather - Southeast Arizona mountains, United States
January 23, 2026 — ADVISORY
169 people exposed; $239M capital exposed
Winter Storm - Mexico
January 7, 2026 — WARNING
2,378,000 people exposed; $84,350M capital exposed
Winter Storm - Southwestern, United States
March 31, 2024 — WARNING
5,670 people exposed; $521M capital exposed
Winter Storm - Mexico
December 17, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Winter Storm - Southwestern, United States
February 11, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Winter Storm Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stock emergency supplies including extra blankets, food, water, and medications
- 2.Insulate pipes and know how to shut off water in case of pipe bursts
- 3.Keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half full during winter months
- 4.Have alternative heating sources and carbon monoxide detectors
- 5.Stay off roads during ice storms and heavy snow events
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