Weather and Climate

El Niño Could Bring Wetter, Cooler Temperatures

Jun 15, 2015 Climate models predict 85 percent chance of persistence to winter 2016

Arizona Fire Season Looks Bad, But Not Worst in West

Jun 9, 2015 El Niño weather makes Pacific Northwest and California more susceptible to fire.

When It Hits 100: Take the Plunge; Public Pools Beckon

May 28, 2015 Cannonball! Crowds expected at Tucson's 10 pools, county's 9.

When it Hits 100: Do Late Triple Digits Mean Cooler Summer?

May 27, 2015 Monsoon may be delayed because of springtime's below-normal temperatures.

Solar on the Rise: Will Arizona be the Persian Gulf of Solar?

May 26, 2015 Part 1: When rooftop panels outnumber swimming pools, we'll be there, expert says.

When It Hits 100: Those Who Keep Cool Air Blowing

May 25, 2015 Repairman says in the summer, his customers are always happy when he arrives.

Arizona Wildfire Season is Late; Still Coming and May Be Bad

May 20, 2015 Desert regions could face worst fires because of growing vegetation, followed by dryness.

Where's the Heat? Tucson's Weather Is Topsy-Turvy

May 15, 2015 Friday forecast calls for high of 75 in Old Pueblo, chance of rain; normal high is 90 degrees.

Southern Arizona Fire Season Could Be Short But Severe

Apr 30, 2015 Spring storm systems are delaying start, but dry fuels are still abundant

Wind, Dryness Lead to SE Arizona's First Warning of Season

Apr 6, 2015 Weather Service's 'Red Flag' in effect through 8 p.m. Tuesday, could be extended beyond in 5 counties.

Abundant Honey Harvest Expected This Year

Mar 30, 2015 Southern Arizona beekeepers: Wet winter has led to widespread spring blooms, and that means honey.

Tucson's Winter Second Warmest on Record

Mar 4, 2015 Last year was warmest on what has been 'pattern for many years now,' meteorologist says.

Snow Pack Not Likely Enough to Minimize Wildfire Season

Feb 24, 2015 Preparations for summer already under way; snow pack not what it should be, experts say.

Rockies Snow Pack Slightly Below Average

Feb 18, 2015 Measurements show pack at 90% of long-term average, rare decent news in drought-stricken region.

Bountiful Brilliant Blooms Expected This Spring

Feb 9, 2015 Scientists say good wildflower conditions may be manifest in certain Sonoran Desert sites.

Tucson Winter Rain Has Been Reliable So Far

Feb 3, 2015 4 inches in 2 months gives region boost it needs in cycle, meteorologists say.

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