High Wind — Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County, Arizona
2016-03-22 · Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County, Arizona
73 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Wind gusts to 84 MPH were measured at the edge of Meteor Crater. The topography of the crater often enhances the wind speeds during this type of storm.
Wider weather episode
A strong trough of low pressure brought high winds and areas of blowing dust to portions of northern Arizona.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 620847. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.