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Potential for stronger thunderstorms for Southern Arizona this afternoon
The Arizona Weatherman is still expecting an overall decrease in thunderstorm activity and area coverage for the state in the next few days. However, isolated areas of more intense thunderstorms will occur in certain locations, such as Southern Arizona, this afternoon, Friday, June 28, 2024.
Calm before the storm: Arizona monsoon lull to end with active first week in July
The Arizona Weatherman is looking at a near-term decrease in thunderstorms for Arizona as a whole in the next few days. Then, on 30 June 2024, the convective activity will become more active going into the first week of July. A tropical wave of moisture coming in from the Gulf of Mexico will reinvigorate this activity.
86 Café restaurant review in Benson, Arizona
The Arizona Weatherman likes to try local restaurants in his area. Today, the author feasted on a good-sized burrito at the 86 Café. This café is located at 700 E 4th St, Benson, Arizona, across the street from the Napa auto parts store in town. Caution: If you use Google Maps, it will direct you to 700 W 4th St, which is about a mile and a half away from the establishment. It's not an issue for the locals, but if you are coming in off the I-10, that could cause some confusion.
Arizona monsoon thunderstorms to bring in potential hail, strong winds, and localized flooding
According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Monday, 24 Jun 2024, monsoon thunderstorms continue to impact the state. Expect isolated thunderstorms on the Mogollon Rim in the afternoon and more severe potential for strong winds, hail, and heavy rain for the southern portion of Arizona.
Arizona monsoon thunderstorms continue into next week with a second incoming tropical system
According to the Arizona Weatherman, Tropical Storm Alberto helped kick off the 2024 Arizona Monsoon season, as accurately forecasted by the author. Now, as of 22 June 2024, a second tropical cyclone is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. Like similar tracked Alberto, this new system will bring in more tropical moisture for Arizona in the next several days.
Arizona thunderstorms through the weekend include the potential for large hail and strong winds
According to the Arizona Weatherman, from Friday, 21 Jun to Sunday, 23 Jun 2024, expect thunderstorm activity to impact the state. There will be an increased potential for severe thunderstorms, strong convective gusts, and larger hail to impact the Mogollon Rim this weekend.
Thunderstorms and strong winds to impact Arizona on Thursday
According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Thursday, 20 Jun 2024, stronger gusty winds and thunderstorms will be expected for the eastern half of Arizona. This is part of the initial monsoonal shift to southeasterly winds, which will transport the initial tropical moisture from the Gulf of Mexico.
Future Tropical Storm Alberto to impact the upcoming Arizona monsoon pattern
According to the Arizona Weatherman, future Tropical Storm Alberto will impact Arizona with an influx of moisture after 20 June 2024. According to the National Hurricane Center, the forecasters are projecting that in the next 24 hours, Tropical Storm Alberto will likely develop in the Gulf of Mexico, moving northward and significantly impacting Northern Mexico and Texas with heavy rain in the next few days. Additionally, some of this moisture will make its way through New Mexico and Mexico to impact Arizona.
Arizona monsoon thunderstorms and rain showers kick-off update for 2024
According to the Arizona Weatherman, the Arizona Monsoon Season officially started on 15 Jun 2024. How are you enjoying the plethora of thunderstorms and rain showers? What and where are they, you say? And you would be correct; the convective activity has been mostly absent so far. But to be fair, the monsoon start date does not mean the pattern has actually been set up, but it will be coming soon. That is what the models indicate: an on-time typical climatological start date for the season to begin. The monsoon pattern is looking to start setting up around 21 Jun 2024 this year for Arizona.
Tropical systems in the Pacific and Western Gulf could boost Arizona's monsoon start by late June
The Arizona Weatherman has diligently tracked tropical development in the Eastern Pacific and Gulf of Mexico basins for the past twelve days. As the tropical season advances, it's becoming increasingly likely that a tropical system could form in the Western Gulf of Mexico and South of Central America, potentially leading to more development in the next week to a week and a half. This tropical development could significantly influence Arizona's weather, potentially bringing the much-needed moisture to initiate the monsoon rains by the end of June. This could signal an on-time start of precipitation for the state.
Arizona will get more heat before the rain showers and thunderstorms this week
According to the Arizona Weatherman, another heatwave will occur Tuesday through Thursday, 10-13 Jun 2024. Then, a cut-off low will eject over the state late Thursday into the evening through Friday, 14 Jun 2024. This low has the potential to drop some rain and isolated thunderstorms across the state.
Rain showers and thunderstorms impacting Arizona this weekend
According to the Arizona Weatherman, Arizona will experience isolated rain showers and thunderstorms this weekend, but don’t expect much rain to hit the ground. During the weekend, an upper-level low will provide mid-level moisture over the state, fueling this convective activity. It will not be widespread but mainly focused on the Mogollon Rim and the southeastern section of Arizona.
Continued heat, low humidity, and drought stoke the potential for wildfires in Arizona
According to the Arizona Weatherman, rising temperatures, lower humidity, and ongoing drought conditions will increase the likelihood of wildfires in Arizona in the next week. This is familiar for this time of year, as the typical dry season begins before the start of the monsoon.
Arizona heatwave to precede the rain showers and thunderstorms over the weekend
According to the Arizona Weatherman, Arizona will experience a heatwave with near-record temperatures this week, but isolated rain showers and thunderstorms by the weekend are possible to provide some relief for a few areas.
Pacific tropical system impact forecast for Arizona during the month of June
According to the Arizona Weatherman, the Eastern Pacific tropics have not impacted Arizona weather in the last two weeks since the start of the East Pacific tropical season, which started on 15 May 2024. What about in the next two to four weeks in June? This tropical update will provide some background information and potential impacts for Arizona in the month of June.
High winds and elevated fire danger will impact Arizona over the holiday weekend
According to the Arizona Weatherman, this Memorial Weekend will kick off with stronger gusty winds and an increased chance of fire danger in Arizona. If you're planning to enjoy the great outdoors and go camping, it's crucial to be aware of the danger of wildfires and plan accordingly. These conditions could significantly impact your outdoor activities, so it's important to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
Explore the Arizona monsoon pattern set-up, impacts, and when to expect its arrival in 2024
According to the Arizona Weatherman, the term monsoon means season in Arabic, and for Arizona, it means a seasonal change in wind direction and weather that impacts the state. This article will describe the typical weather pattern and what to expect this monsoon season.
Strong gusty winds to impact Northern Arizona on Monday
According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Monday, 20 May 2024, stronger gusty winds will impact northern Arizona on the Mogollon Rim. These impacts may influence driving high clearance vehicles on I-40 between Holbrook and Flagstaff with a partial crosswind. Please be aware of these impacts when traveling on Monday afternoon.
Northern Arizona weather update: Thunderstorms are forecasted Tuesday through Thursday
According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Tuesday, 14 May 2024, the Mogollon Rim had very isolated thunderstorms between the Flagstaff and Winslow areas mixed with rain shower activity from Southern Apache County, Southern Navajo, and Southern Coconino Counties. This convective activity will increase going into Wednesday afternoon and tapering off on Thursday.
Attack of the Killer Ridge, the death toll for Arizonans is on the rise due to heat-related causes
According to the Arizona Weatherman, high temperatures are on tap in the near future, with a long-wave ridge moving in over the next week and reaching over 100 F for certain locations in Southern Arizona. Additionally, a recent governmental study indicates that heat-related deaths are significantly on the rise in Arizona.
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Arizona Weatherman AKA Michael Bielas with 25+ years of experience as a meteorologist and an independent weather consultant under Abundant Sources LLC. Currently certified AZ STEM teacher online. News articles will focus on Arizona weather, events, and military aircraft.
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