As the scorching heat of the Arizona desert continues to intensify during late summer, the impact of ultraviolet (UV) radiation becomes a growing concern for residents. The sun’s rays can be both beneficial and harmful to human health, and it is essential for desert dwellers to comprehend the potential effects of UV exposure during this season. In today’s discussion, we …
Have you ever experienced a solar eclipse? It’s rare but for almost anyone who has witnessed one, it can be a beautiful and rare occurrence. The next solar to look out for is not until October of 2023 and for us Arizonans, we will only get a partial view of one. However, if you are hungry to find out more …
While out wandering around great expanses of rolling desert landscape, a patch of green is often referred to as an oasis. If you are looking for a patch of green, well then, look no further than this March 17th! Search out leprechaun’s gold at the end of the rainbow and wear green in honor of Saint Patrick’s Day, coming up …
October is here and with the relief in the heat we experience a moment to spend more time outside. In the spirit of the season, it’s no doubt you’ll be wanting to get out and surround yourself in a sea of pumpkins. Many people think because the Arizona climate is so different from the seasons normalized in the east of …
Halloween is nearly here, and it can put many of us in the mood to search out bone chilling experiences. This is the time of year, some of us are willing to drive the distance to find frights that truly thrill us. If this is you, then we have a few recommendations for places to visit in the state of …
If you are new to the beautiful and lush environment of the Sonoran Desert, then it’s common to mistake it for having only two seasons: winter and summer. We all know the Summer can be unbearably hot while the Winter can be mostly clear, ranging from cool to warm; with occasional cold rains coming from the northwest. However, the longer …
Fall is officially here and now we are experiencing the end of hot days exceeding 100 °F and are starting to see the end of our powerful and remarkable thundering monsoon season. About now we are starting to feel the damp air turn hot and dry – the reason many of us came here in the first place. While the …
For those of us who live here, we know that Arizona is more than just a hot desert in the Southwest. There are so many microclimates and landscapes to explore. Along with the heat, the mountains and the expansive landscape are a state filled with natural wonders, charming cities, and lively people. With surprising lakes, majestic mountains, expensive desserts, waterfalls, …
With May we see longer days warmer temperatures here in the Sonoran Desert. For those in search of swaths of color across the desert in the form of precious Spring blooms, many may be dwindling down, however, for dedicated floral lovers of the desert there is still so much color to experience When will the wildflowers bloom in the desert? …
Welcome to Arizona, neighbor! For many Arizona newcomers, our mild winters and unstoppable sunshine are major draws to the area, but few come prepared for the extremes of our summer heat. Never fear! Learning to adjust to central Arizona’s hot summers may seem like a steep learning curve, but small adaptations to your home and lifestyle can make a huge …