• Where is Yuma located?
    • Located near the convergence of the Gila and Colorado Rivers in the southwest corner of Arizona, Yuma sits on the border of California and close to the border of Mexico.
  • What is the historical significance of Yuma?
    • For more than five centuries, Yuma served as an oasis for travelers, explorers, and adventurers, making it an important historical hub.
  • How does Yuma preserve its history?
    • Today’s Yuma is a modern city that recognizes its rich history through a number of museums, parks, and heritage areas.
  • What makes Yuma a great vacation destination?
    • Yuma is a fun place to visit, featuring a lively riverfront, numerous parks, and various recreation areas.
  • What natural attractions can visitors explore in Yuma?
    • From the vast desert with dunes reaching 300 feet to the mighty Colorado River, reclaimed wetlands, and historic ghost mining towns, Yuma offers a diverse range of outdoor adventures.

Things to Do:

1. Visit the Castle Dome Mines Museum & Ghost Town

Visit the Castle Dome Mines Museum & Ghost Town
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2. Go off-road driving at Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area

Go off-road driving at Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area
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3. Visit Martha's Gardens Medjool Date Farm

Visit Martha's Gardens Medjool Date Farm
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4. See a production at the Yuma Art Center and Historic Yuma Theatre

See a production at the Yuma Art Center and Historic Yuma Theatre
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5. Learn about history at the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area

Learn about history at the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area
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6. Visit Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park

Visit Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park
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7. Learn about history at the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

Learn about history at the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park
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8. Have fun at z Fun Factory

Have fun at z Fun Factory
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9. Visit Paradise Casino

Visit Paradise Casino
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10. Play at Lutes Casino

Play at Lutes Casino
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Yuma, Arizona Weather by Month

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 68 40 0.3 Warm & Sunny
February 72 44 0.3 Warm & Sunny
March 78 50 0.2 Warm & Sunny
April 86 58 0.1 Warm & Sunny
May 95 68 0.1 Hot & Dry
June 103 75 0.1 Hot & Dry
July 105 78 0.1 Hot & Dry
August 103 76 0.1 Hot & Dry
September 98 68 0.2 Hot & Dry
October 87 58 0.2 Warm & Sunny
November 75 45 0.3 Warm & Sunny
December 69 40 0.3 Warm & Sunny

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