Yuma (YUM) has a typically subtropical desert climate, with the temperature averaging between 58 degrees and 94 degrees during winters and summers respectively. The sunny, warm and dry climate of Yuma makes it an ideal summer getaway for those wishing to escape the winters.
Yuma Festivals & EventsYuma is home to the Marine Corps Air Station that hosts a vibrant air show every year, around March attracting huge numbers of onlookers. Plan your trip during this time to catch the spectacular night air show and daytime air tactics
Tips to Save on Travel to YumaTo ensure cheap flight tickets to Yuma, book your tickets well in advance of your date of travel. Book 40 to 25 days beforehand. Airlines such as US Airways, American Airlines and United Airlines offer great deals on airline tickets. Once you reach the airport, you can choose from the available choices of affordable cabs and get around the city.
Top Attractions in Yuma•Century House Museum - Visit this 1870's house converted into museum to take a peek at the images of artifacts of the people who created the history of the Colorado river crossing community.
•Imperial National Wildlife Refuge - Yuma has large expanses of untouched grounds of which the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge is a 30 mile stretch along the Colorado river. It is a site for spotting migratory birds, fishing, boating and hiking.
•Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park - If you ever wondered how justice system worked back in the days of the wild west, Yuma prison museum should give you a fair insight. On its walls are displayed some interesting photos of those who lived behind its bars.
•Yuma Quartermaster Depot State Historic Park - Formerly the military's quartermaster depot, Yuma crossing State Depot is now restored and turned into a historic state park of national importance. Take a walk in its streets to understand the lives as it was for those who lived and worked here.