Hot Summer Could Mean Strong Monsoon
Hotter-than-normal June expected to usher in average or above-average rain season.
Fire Forecast Sparks 'Extreme Concern' for Managers
Predicted conditions, comparable to record fire seasons, saw officials move preparations earlier in the year.
Dry End Bringing a Close to Above-Average Monsoon
Months that proceeded a record-breaking July have brought below-average rain.
Dry, Hot August Follows Record-Setting July Rain
Weather Service meteorologist says storms become less frequent in September, unless a large Pacific storm hits.
Monsoon Rescue
When the monsoon rains put people in harm’s way, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue Unit responds.
Summer's Insects Draw Scientists to Southern Arizona
Hot and humid weather is optimal for exploring the outdoors.
Rescues Highlight Danger of Flash Floods in Catalina Mountains
Multiple helicopter rescues have taken place during recent weekends when floods stranded visitors.
Tucson Sets July Rainfall Record, 2nd-Highest Monthly Total
July's rain total was higher than average rainfall for an entire summer rain season.
Study Shows More Intense Monsoon Storms on the Horizon
Storms are predicted to be less frequent, though more intense in the area south and west of the Mogollon Rim.
Fire Restrictions Lifted in Coronado National Forest
Monsoon rains dampened the likelihood of blazes.
Understanding How Microbursts Are Formed
The high-velocity downbursts collapse roofs and uproot trees.
Monsoon Brings Danger of Flash Flooding to Arizona
Meteorologist: Deadly event near Payson is an example of flash-flood dangers.
Monsoon Starts Late, Starts Strong
Tucson and southeast Arizona see the first significant, widespread rain in 'good start' to the season.
Burro Fire Grows, Helped by Rugged Terrain, Weather
Similar conditions allowed fire to grow by 9,000 acres Sunday.
2017 Sees Hottest June on Record in Tucson
Average temperature of 89.7 degrees is the seventh hottest month on record.
