On Sunday, light to moderate rain spread across central and southern Arizona, bringing measurable rainfall to cities from Casa Grande to Yuma. Some places even set new daily rainfall records during this event.
Rainfall Totals and Record Breakers
The National Weather Service in Phoenix reported that showers mostly ended by 9 p.m. MST, but some isolated rain may continue overnight in higher areas northeast of the Valley. Casa Grande recorded the highest rainfall at 0.35 inches. Deer Valley and Phoenix also saw good amounts, with 0.29 inches and 0.24 inches respectively. Yuma received 0.10 inches of rain, which broke a daily rainfall record for the city.
Other areas such as Scottsdale had 0.23 inches, and Gila Bend got 0.20 inches. Even usually dry spots like El Centro, California, and Buckeye, Arizona, saw light rain. Lower totals were reported in places like Wickenburg (0.04 inches) and Blythe, California (trace amounts).
Safety Advice for Motorists and Residents
Drivers should be careful on wet roads overnight, especially in foothill areas where water runoff may cause slippery conditions. People in northern Maricopa and southern Yavapai counties could still see brief showers into early Monday.
What’s Next?
Rain chances are expected to decrease by sunrise Monday. After the rain, temperatures will begin to rise again with a warming trend expected by midweek.
