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Retirement Living In Pearce/Sunsites Area - Arizona
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The Pearce/Sunsites area is and has been a Retirement location since the 70's. Cochise County is the Old West's History capital of the world. From Doc and Wyatt, to Cochise and Geronimo, to Fort Bowie to Fort Huachucua, the old west comes alive. Sunsites is located about 40 miles from Tombstone. "The Town Too Tough To Die"
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Birding: Southeast Arizona is the Hummingbird capital of the US due to the migratory routes from as far as Bolivia. There have been 14 different species recorded here. The Sulphur Springs Valley is the winter home to Sandhill Cranes that migrate here from as far as Siberia. Every January, our local area is home to the "Wings Over Willcox" festival. Our visitors come from all corners of the globe to attend this 7 day event.
Astronomy is one of our area's largest drawing cards. Our very dark nighttime skies have lured several large telescopes here from private owners to the University of Arizona.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Most sophisticated cultural events are held in Tucson, a little more than an hours drive from Sunsites. We love our peace and quiet with no traffic or the hustle and bustle of big city living.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
The immediate Sunsites area has a medical clinic that is well staffed. We have a regional hospital in Willcox, AZ which is about a 20 minute drive. There are several major hospitals in Tucson. For major emergencies, Life Flight is available right here in Sunsites.
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Pearce/Sunsites Area, Arizona?
For those of you that retire in Pearce/Sunsites Area, you will have hotter temperatures than other areas of the USA.
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Expect a few days of rain.
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Pearce/Sunsites Area such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a few days above 90°.
Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the upper 70's and highs in the low 90's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Pearce/Sunsites Area, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Expect a few days above 90°. Expect a few days of rain.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
30
F°
45
F°
60
F°
Feb
33
F°
48
F°
64
F°
Mar
37
F°
53
F°
70
F°
Apr
42
F°
60
F°
78
F°
May
51
F°
69
F°
86
F°
Jun
59
F°
77
F°
94
F°
Jul
65
F°
79
F°
93
F°
Aug
64
F°
77
F°
91
F°
Sep
58
F°
73
F°
88
F°
Oct
47
F°
63
F°
79
F°
Nov
36
F°
52
F°
68
F°
Dec
30
F°
45
F°
60
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
19
0
Feb
0
13
0
Mar
0
8
0
Apr
1
3
0
May
9
0
0
Jun
24
0
0
Jul
22
0
0
Aug
18
0
0
Sep
12
0
0
Oct
1
1
0
Nov
0
9
0
Dec
0
19
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
1
"
5
24
%
Feb
1
"
5
24
%
Mar
1
"
3
23
%
Apr
0
"
2
23
%
May
0
"
2
27
%
Jun
1
"
3
35
%
Jul
3
"
10
52
%
Aug
3
"
11
58
%
Sep
1
"
5
50
%
Oct
1
"
4
37
%
Nov
1
"
3
27
%
Dec
1
"
4
24
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
1
"
0
0
Feb
1
"
0
0
Mar
0
"
0
0
Apr
0
"
0
0
May
0
"
0
0
Jun
0
"
0
0
Jul
0
"
0
0
Aug
0
"
0
0
Sep
0
"
0
0
Oct
0
"
0
0
Nov
0
"
0
0
Dec
0
"
0
0
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Pearce/Sunsites Area, AZ
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Senior Assistance in
Pearce/Sunsites Area, AZ
Pearce/Sunsites Area, Arizona offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Pearce/Sunsites Area Offer For Retirees?
Sunsites has multiple Volunteer positions available. The library, the Community Center, Lions Club and others all have positions available.
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