Tucson, AZ – A new weather system is expected to bring rain, mountain snow and gusty winds across southeast Arizona beginning Monday night and lasting through Tuesday, potentially impacting travel from Tucson to Sierra Vista and Nogales.
According to the US National Weather Service Tucson, numerous valley rain showers are forecast late Monday night through Tuesday as a cold front moves through the region. Most valley locations, including Tucson in Pima County and surrounding communities in Cochise and Santa Cruz counties, are expected to see between 0.05 and 0.25 inches of rainfall.
Higher elevations above 7,500 feet — including mountain areas near Mount Lemmon and parts of the White Mountains — could see 1 to 3 inches of snow. While widespread accumulation in lower elevations is not expected, slick conditions may develop in mountain passes early Tuesday.
Breezy conditions are also forecast Monday and Tuesday, with wind gusts ranging from 30 to 35 mph at times. Drivers along Interstate 10 and Interstate 19 could experience crosswinds, especially in open desert areas.
Cooler temperatures are expected to follow the front, with below-average readings lingering through the end of the week. Residents should prepare for chillier mornings and changing road conditions in higher terrain.
Commuters traveling Tuesday morning are encouraged to allow extra time, particularly in elevated areas.
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