A herky jerky summer rain pattern has left the Grand Canyon thirsty for more. Since settling in on the region back in July, the seasonal monsoon has soaked areas to the south including the San Francisco Peaks and Verde Valley. The much needed …
Snap, Crackle, Pop! Playing it Safe in a Lightning Storm
The annual monsoon has finally arrived at Grand Canyon National Park; later than usual, but welcome nonetheless. Roughly half of the annual precipitation that falls in the region arrives during the July-August rainy season, and the plant and animal …
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The Return of the Monsoon
The arrival of the summer rains in the Grand Canyon region is always a cause for celebration. Beyond the palpable relief for plants and animals from the scorching sun, outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes can take full advantage of the welcome cloud …
Northern Arizona Welcomes Monsoon after Long Dry Spell
After a dry winter, monsoon season has finally arrived in Northern Arizona. If you've hiked the Grand Canyon in late summer, you might have experienced these storms firsthand. Beautiful, clear mornings give way to torrential afternoon rains that can …
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Monsoon Skies Spell Show Time
Arguably the best time to photograph Grand Canyon is during the summer rainy season, otherwise known as the Arizona monsoon. On a typical day towering clouds build throughout the morning, only to explode in the afternoon in a kaleidoscope of …