Arizona Monsoon Coverage

Tucson, Pima County ready for monsoon storms

Information is available for self-serve sandbags and road closure alerts.

Fearless forecasters challenged by 2025's monsoon predictions

Registration is open for the annual Monsoon Madness online fantasy game.

Monsoon 2025: Dry spring could mean good chances for storms

Monsoon season officially starts June 15.

It's Dry Out There: What one of the driest winters ever means for Arizona

After one of the driest and warmest winters on record, what can Arizonans expect for the coming monsoon season and for the rest of the year?

Mosquito-borne illnesses are rising: Here's how to protect yourself

Mosquitoes kill more people than any other creature in the world. So the key is — try not to get bitten.

Havasu Falls closed indefinitely after deadly flash flood

Havasupai Tribe and emergency teams assessing damage.

2024 monsoon bringing much of Southern Arizona out of drought conditions

The Tucson metro area is about 2 inches above normal rainfall totals.

A wet week brings above average rainfall totals for Southern Arizona

Tucson has accumulated almost four inches of rain since the season began.

AZPM’s Mini Severe Storm Guide

Fast-escalating storm causes widespread damage and power outages, prompting questions about monsoon season and climate change

Arizona’s monsoon means danger for those with asthma. Here’s how to cope.

While some may look forward to the monsoon season, as the storms bring lower temperatures, those with asthma prepare for discomfort and distress.

Monsoon brings mixed emotions for road workers

The staff is on-call 24-hours a day.

Monsoon storm activity picking up late in the week

Some areas in Southeastern Arizona could see wind gusts up to 70 miles per hour.

Tucson braces for potential monsoon storms

City crews are preparing barricades to direct motorists away from flooded roads.

UA Monsoon Madness returns for 2024

Hundreds are expected to enter the annual online contest to predict stormy weather.

Conflicting weather patterns bring monsoon uncertainty

The upcoming transition between an El Niño winter and a La Niña summer is unique.

UA scientists explore new way to control mosquito populations

It introduces chemicals that attack the insect's gut.

The Buzz: Lightning and Southern Arizona

As the monsoon hits our area, we look at why lightning is such a big part of those storms.

Phoenix scorches at 110 for 19th straight day, breaking big US city records in global heat wave

The city's record streak of 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 Celsius) or more stood out even amid sweltering temperatures across the globe.

This summer's monsoon off to a slow start

Early weeks indicate southern Arizona will not reach last year's rainfall total.

Monsoon madness forecast game returns

Online prognosticators invited to guess rainfall totals in Tucson and other regional cities.

Monsoon dangers include dust storms in rural Arizona

Experts advise motorists to avoid trouble on roads and highways during sudden storms.

The Buzz takes a trip down the Verde River

Meet a man who has made saving this unique waterway his life's work

2022 "Monsoon Madness" names a decisive winner

The victor successfully predicted rainfall totals during another active season.

The Buzz: A strong monsoon brings road closures and floods

Why does some infrastructure get overwhelmed by above-average summer rain?

Chubasco Channel

Alex! Jimenez’s Chubasco Channel is an immersive sound installation that celebrates the monsoons and raises awareness about the future of water in the Southwest Region.

Monsoon Mushrooms

Tucson has a growing mushroom community and some of its fans say Mt. Lemmon has a huge variety of species, some of which can be harvested for consumption.

The Smell of Rain

The monsoon brings much needed rain to southern Arizona. For one member of the Tohono O’odham Nation, the rains are a sacred connection to the land and her ancestors.

Monsoon Rescue

When the monsoon rains put people in harm’s way, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue Unit responds.

El Dia de San Juan

Each year, on June 24th,the Tucson community comes together to celebrate the Monsoon and the birthday of St. John the Baptist.