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US: Hailstorm Hits Phoenix, Coating Roads and Triggering Flash Floods 3

A hailstorm swept through the Phoenix area Wednesday afternoon (November 19), coating roads in white and triggering flash floods.

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US: Hailstorm Hits Phoenix, Coating Roads and Triggering Flash Floods 2

A hailstorm swept through the Phoenix area Wednesday afternoon (November 19), coating roads in white and triggering flash floods.

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US: Hailstorm Hits Phoenix, Coating Roads and Triggering Flash Floods

A hailstorm swept through the Phoenix area Wednesday afternoon (November 19), coating roads in white and triggering flash floods.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 3

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 2

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power 4

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Severe Weather Batters San Bernardino County, California 2

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for San Bernardino County, Californiaon and La Paz County, Arizona on Monday, October 13, due to excessive rainfall. Flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas were reported. Residents were advised to avoid flooded roads and follow safety precautions.

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US: Severe Weather Batters San Bernardino County, California

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for San Bernardino County, Californiaon and La Paz County, Arizona on Monday, October 13, due to excessive rainfall. Flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas were reported. Residents were advised to avoid flooded roads and follow safety precautions.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Metro Phoenix, Thousands Lose Power

Metro Phoenix was hit by a severe thunderstorm on Monday, October 13, causing heavy rain, downed trees, and debris. Tempe was particularly hard hit, with a microburst producing winds up to 70 mph and minor damage at Mountain America Stadium. Over 27,000 customers lost power across the East Valley, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Scottsdale. The main storm cell moved out by mid-afternoon, though isolated storms and a flood watch remained in effect until 8 p.m.

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US: Record Rainfall and Flood Warnings Across Phoenix and Gila County, Arizona 3

Heavy rain and thunderstorms swept across metro Phoenix on Sunday, breaking the city’s Oct. 12 rainfall record with nearly 2 inches at Sky Harbor Airport. The National Weather Service issued multiple flood warnings across Maricopa County, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley, and extended a flood watch for the Phoenix area through Monday evening. Flooding also hit Globe, Miami, and nearby Gila County towns still recovering from deadly floods weeks earlier.

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US: Funnel Cloud Spotted Near Tucson, Arizona

A funnel cloud was spotted near Tucson, Arizona on Sunday, October 12.

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US: Record Rainfall and Flood Warnings Across Phoenix and Gila County, Arizona 2

Heavy rain and thunderstorms swept across metro Phoenix on Sunday, breaking the city’s Oct. 12 rainfall record with nearly 2 inches at Sky Harbor Airport. The National Weather Service issued multiple flood warnings across Maricopa County, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley, and extended a flood watch for the Phoenix area through Monday evening. Flooding also hit Globe, Miami, and nearby Gila County towns still recovering from deadly floods weeks earlier.

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US: Record Rainfall and Flood Warnings Across Phoenix and Gila County, Arizona

Heavy rain and thunderstorms swept across metro Phoenix on Sunday, breaking the city’s Oct. 12 rainfall record with nearly 2 inches at Sky Harbor Airport. The National Weather Service issued multiple flood warnings across Maricopa County, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley, and extended a flood watch for the Phoenix area through Monday evening. Flooding also hit Globe, Miami, and nearby Gila County towns still recovering from deadly floods weeks earlier.

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US: Strong Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix Area with Flash Floods 2

A late-season strong monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix metro area and surrounding areas, as well as outside of Las Vegas on Friday, September 26, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and causing flash flooding.

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US: Strong Monsoon Storm Slams Phoenix Area with Flash Floods

A late-season strong monsoon storm swept through the Phoenix metro and surrounding areas on Friday, September 26, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and causing flash flooding.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Phoenix Metropolitan Area, Prompting Weather Warnings

A dust storm swept through the Phoenix metropolitan area on Wednesday, September 3 as the National Weather Service issued warnings for thunderstorm, flash flooding and dust storm warnings.

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US: Lightning Flashes as Thunderstorm Hits Phoenix Area, AZ

Heavy storms hit the Phoenix area on Wednesday, September 3, bringing severe thunderstorms, a dust storm, and flash floods. The National Weather Service issued several warnings as a result. The storms caused damage and flooding that continued into Thursday morning.

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US: Flash Flooding Hits Phoenix, Arizona

Thunderstorms have caused flash flooding in parts of Phoenix, Arizona on Wednesday night, August 26.

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RECAP: Wall of Dust Engulfs Arizona, Disrupting Travel and Power

On August 25, a massive dust storm, known as a haboob, swept across Arizona, plunging cities into near-total darkness and sending residents scrambling for safety. Fierce winds toppled trees, disrupted power across Maricopa County, and caused widespread flight delays at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, while the swirling clouds of dust infiltrated homes, cars, and streets, creating an apocalyptic scene across the state.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 13

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 10

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 9

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 7

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 8

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 5

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 6

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 4

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 2

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 3

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Major Dust Storm Hits Southern Arizona, Worsening Air Quality

On August 21, 2025, a major dust storm swept through southern Arizona, affecting cities including Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and Surprise. Air quality deteriorated sharply, posing health risks such as respiratory problems and eye irritation. Residents were advised to stay indoors, close windows, and wear N95 masks if going outside.

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US: Major Dust Storm Hits Southern Arizona, Worsening Air Quality 2

On August 21, 2025, a major dust storm swept through southern Arizona, affecting cities including Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and Surprise. Air quality deteriorated sharply, posing health risks such as respiratory problems and eye irritation. Residents were advised to stay indoors, close windows, and wear N95 masks if going outside.

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US: Dust Storm Blankets Metro Phoenix

A dust storm swept through the East Valley, Arizona on Monday, July 21, reducing visibility and worsening air quality for residents. Strong winds were reported in areas such as Chandler, Tempe, and Gilbert, where blowing dust created hazardous conditions. Downtown Phoenix also experienced dust blowing.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Metro Phoenix Amid Windy Weather

A dust storm swept through metro Phoenix on Monday, July 21, and windy weather hit many places in the East Valley, including Chandler, Tempe, and Gilbert.

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US: Dust Storm Sweeps Through Southeast Arizona Amid Thunderstorm Warnings

A dust storm swept through parts of southeastern Arizona on Sunday, July 13, amid severe thunderstorm warnings and intense winds.

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Mexico: Massive Waterspout Forms Off Puerto Peñasco

In Puerto Peñasco, Mexico, as known as Rocky Point, near the border with the U.S. state of Arizona, a massive waterspout formed over the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, May 5.

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US: Rare May Snow Falls in The High Country Region of Arizona

The High Country in Arizona received rare May snow on Monday, May 5. The Arizona Snowbowl ski resort has extended its season to May 18, marking the most days of operation the park has ever had in one season.

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US: Gusty Winds and Blowing Dust Hit Maricopa, AZ

On April 14, several virga showers moved through the area around Gila Bend in Maricopa, causing gusty winds, blowing dust, and visibility of less than one mile, according to the National Weather Service.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow, Highway Closures to Northern Arizona

A winter storm struck northern Arizona on Thursday, March 13, bringing heavy snow to the area, causing multiple highway closures. A Snow Squall Warning was issued for Flagstaff.

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US: Brush Fire On South Mountain In Phoenix Burns Half An Acre

A brush fire broke out on the northeast face of South Mountain in Phoenix on Saturday, January 25. The fire burned approximately half an acre, and no injuries were reported.

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Philippines: Asteroid Spotted Burning Up In Sky 3

A small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere was spotted burning up in the sky over northern Philippines early Thursday, September 5 creating a massive fireball. The asteroid named "2024 RW1" was discovered by NASA’s Catalina Sky Survey observatory in Arizona on Wednesday.

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Philippines: Asteroid Spotted Burning Up In Sky 2

A small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere was spotted burning up in the sky over northern Philippines early Thursday, September 5 creating a massive fireball. The asteroid named "2024 RW1" was discovered by NASA’s Catalina Sky Survey observatory in Arizona on Wednesday.

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Philippines: Asteroid Spotted Burning Up In Sky

A small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere was spotted burning up in the sky over northern Philippines early Thursday, September 5 creating a massive fireball. The asteroid named "2024 RW1" was discovered by NASA’s Catalina Sky Survey observatory in Arizona on Wednesday.

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US: Powerful Monsoon Slams Into Phoenix, Arizona

A powerful monsoon brought heavy rain, strong winds to parts of Phoenix, Arizona on Thursday, August 22.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain And Haboob To Parts Of Southern Arizona 2

A round of severe thunderstorms hit the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas in Arizona on Sunday, July 21, bringing heavy rain and gusts that caused dust storms. A dust storm warning was issued for Maricopa County.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain And Haboob To Parts Of Southern Arizona 3

A round of severe thunderstorms hit the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas in Arizona on Sunday, July 21, bringing heavy rain and gusts that caused dust storms. A dust storm warning was issued for Maricopa County.

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US: Monsoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain And Haboob To Parts Of Southern Arizona

A round of severe thunderstorms hit the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas in Arizona on Sunday, July 21, bringing heavy rain and gusts that caused dust storms. A dust storm warning was issued for Maricopa County.

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US: Dust Storm Hits Tucson, Air Quality Alert Issued For Pima County 2

An intense monsoon storm swept through Southern Arizona on Thursday, July 11, blowing dust to the Tucson area and leaving more than 10,000 homes without power. The NWS issued an Air Quality Alert and Dust Blowing Watch, and the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ) issued a Dust Action Day for the Tucson Metro area.

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US: Dust Storm Hits Tucson, Air Quality Alert Issued For Pima County

An intense monsoon storm swept through Southern Arizona on Thursday, July 11, blowing dust to the Tucson area and leaving more than 10,000 homes without power. The NWS issued an Air Quality Alert and Dust Blowing Watch, and the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ) issued a Dust Action Day for the Tucson Metro area.

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US: Double Rainbow Spotted Over Tucson After Intense Dust Storm

A double rainbow was spotted over Tucson, Arizona, on Thursday, July 11, after an intense monsoon storm hit the area.