Excessive Heat — Tonopah Desert, Arizona

2020-07-19 · Tonopah Desert, Arizona

Wider weather episode

Strong high pressure led to temperatures climbing near to slightly above 110 degrees during a several day period for the latter part of July. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 31 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 992839. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.