Arizona Monsoon Coverage

Monsoon season's toll on Southern Arizona roads

Following months of monsoon activity, roadways throughout the region are undergoing repair.

Monsoon’s arrival delivers record rainfall in Tucson

More than seven inches of rain fell in July.

UA climatologist hopeful monsoon will arrive in early July

Precipitation shortfalls over the last year has exasperated drought in the 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.

The Desert Blooms in a Bountiful Monsoon.

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Measuring the Monsoon.

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July was wettest on record for Tucson

Drought persists but recent rain has impact across Arizona

Flash flood watch through Saturday

NWS predicts 2006-style rainstorms into the weekend.

Frequent rain sets 2021 monsoon off to a fast start

Southern Arizona can expect more precipitation through mid-July.

Insects benefiting from early monsoon rains

Termites and mosquitoes are among those going through seasonal life cycles.

Game challenges forecasters to predict monsoon

UA researchers created an online competition similar to fantasy football.

Monsoon or nonsoon? Hard to say

Forecasters say chances are even for good or bad monsoon this year.

Much of US Southwest left parched after monsoon season

Weather forecasters say the upcoming winter likely won't make up for the precipitation deficit.

Lots of heat, little rain in Tucson

Less than an inch of rain when we usually have nearly four inches.

Monsoon helps quench Bighorn Fire

Scarred landscape will present a flooding hazard for months.

Monsoon in Southern Arizona officially starts this week

It is monsoon awareness week.

Challenges with predicting the monsoon

A discussion with UA climatologist Michael Crimmins.

Monsoon finally settling in, with more rains to come

The next couple weeks could hold even more promise for summer moisture.

Weather patterns lining up for late-coming monsoon

The Weather Service has forecast thunder and rain storms each day this week.

Will Water Return to Tucson's Washes?

A group hopes to restore running water to the city's watershed.

4 More Weeks of Monsoon, Tucson Has Beaten Normal Rain Totals

Tucson has received more than six inches of rain since the monsoon began, and much of Southern Arizona has surpassed normal totals.

Weather Service: Heavy Flood Potential Through Friday

Moist and unstable air mean flooding is possible anytime, anywhere.

Monsoon Lightning Zaps Tucson Weather Radar Tower

Forecasters used work-arounds during weekend thunderstorms.

Meteorologists Expect Relief From Drought Conditions for Arizona

Monsoon rains and El Niño weather pattern are expected to bring the Southwest closer to normal conditions.

Mt. Graham Visitors Urged to be Weather Aware

Flash flooding risk is high after last year's fire.

Drought Remains, But Rains Put Dent in Southwest Fire Danger

While monsoon can act as a "shut-off valve" for wildfire, much of the West continues to experience drought conditions.

Monsoon Moisture Leads to Drop in Fire Restrictions

Various agencies will lift the restrictions starting on Friday, thanks to seasonal precipitation.

Lightning-Sparked Blazes Mean Decisions for Fire Managers

Naturally occurring fires can be managed for some benefit, but often must be extinguished for safety concerns.