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Weather Patterns and Fire Season in Arizona: What a Local Meteorologist Can Tell Us

To further understand wildfires and fire season in Arizona, I spoke with local meteorologist Tony Merriman, who gave some insight.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Apr 28
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I Experienced the Magic of Fall and Winter All at Once in Flagstaff, Arizona

by Melissa Mahoney
on Oct 25
A snowy forest with tall aspen trees and vibrant yellow leaves under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
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Arizona’s Winter Forecast Is in (And It’s Not What You’d Expect)

by Melissa Mahoney
on Oct 26
aerial shot of mesa, arizona with mountains in the background
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4 Best Places To View The Solar Eclipse In Arizona This Year

by Melissa Mahoney
on Jul 27
A bright, glowing ring of light against a dark background, depicting a solar eclipse.
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7 Incredible Natural Wonders In Arizona That You Can Witness For Free

by Katie Lawrence
on May 25
A stunning view of a natural rock arch surrounded by red sandstone cliffs and green vegetation under a blue sky.

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A Comet That Hasn’t Been Seen In 50,000 Years Will Streak Across The Arizona Sky This February

A rare comet, Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF), will be visible in Arizona's evening sky on February 1 and 2, marking its closest approach to Earth in 50,000 years.

by Katie Lawrence
on Jan 26
A bright green comet streaks through a starry night sky, leaving a faint tail behind it.
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It Was So Cold In Arizona In 1971 Temperatures Dropped To 40 Degrees Below Zero

Arizona experienced its coldest temperature ever recorded at -40 degrees Fahrenheit at Hawley Lake in 1971.

by Katie Lawrence
on Dec 19
Snow-covered mountain in the background with a forest of pine trees and a wooden fence in the foreground.
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With Multiple Lanes, One Of Arizona’s Largest Snowtubing Parks Offers Plenty Of Space For Everyone

Flagstaff Snow Park in Arizona offers multiple lanes for snow tubing and various winter activities for all ages.

by Katie Lawrence
on Dec 8
A snowy hill with several people sledding down in red tubes, creating tracks in the fresh snow.
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When And Where To Expect Arizona’s Fall Foliage To Peak This Year

Arizona offers stunning fall foliage, especially in high desert areas, with an interactive map from SmokyMountains.com to guide leaf-peeping adventures.

by Katie Lawrence
on Sep 11
A scenic view of mountains and golden autumn trees, with ski lift chairs against a clear blue sky.
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Prepare Yourself For Mild Temperatures And Dry Weather This Winter In Arizona, According To The Farmers Almanac

The Farmers' Almanac predicts a wetter and snowier winter for Arizona in 2023-2024 due to El Niño.

by Katie Lawrence
on Aug 25
Snow-covered mountains under a dramatic sky, with sunlight illuminating a rocky peak in the distance.