High Wind — Grand Canyon Country, Arizona

2013-04-08 · Grand Canyon Country, Arizona

Event narrative

The Grand Canyon ASOS recorded a peak wind gust of 58 MPH at 928 AM. The wind gusts were above 40 MPH between 854 AM and 1128 AM when it started to snow.

Wider weather episode

A strong low pressure and associated cold front moved across the Southwest and brought strong winds and blowing dust to much of northern Arizona.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 458692. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.