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WindsWhy Northern Arizona’s Springtime Winds are So Strong

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Luckily for visitors to the Grand Canyon, one of the most inconvenient weather patterns is fairly easy to predict, and with a little bit of forethought, you can be prepared.

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In the Springtime, Northern Arizona becomes a windy place.

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Whether you’re headed to the Grand Canyon South Rim, North Rim, or Skywalk,here’s everything you need to know about these strong northwestern winds.

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Where do these winds come from?• Cold and powerful low-pressure systems travel from the

west or northwest, creating a dry southwest flow.

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What are the windiest areas in Northern Arizona?If you’re worried about road closures or powerful winds, be sure to avoid areas downwind…..

• Kaibab Plateu

• Doney Park

• Little Colorado River Valley

• Black Mesa and Chinle Valley

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What are the dangers of high winds and how can I protect myself? It’s inadvisable to drive with low visibility, and Interstate 40, Route 191, and Route 89 may be closed for long periods of time due to these storms.

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What is another risk to Consider? While there isn’t a wealth of vegetation in the desert, unrelenting winds create a perfect environment for uncontrollable wildfire.

April and May feature the strongest winds of the year with June and July following with more rain and calmer winds. Preparation is key in making sure that these powerful winds don’t damper on your family’s trip to the Grand Canyon.

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