We're tracking dangerous winter weather conditions across the state as snow falls in the high country.
Some school closures and delays have been reported, as well as road closures.
Here in the Valley, we've already seen measurable rain Monday morning.
LATEST UPDATES:
11:36 a.m.
Nearly all of Phoenix observed measurable rain from the showers early this morning with 99% coverage and average total of 0.2", with areas to the east closer to the higher elevations observing the higher totals of closer to a half an inch. #azwx pic.twitter.com/ivxXPujN2z
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) December 12, 2022
10:24 a.m.
*WINTER WEATHER CLOSURE UPDATE*
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
🚧Interstate 40 westbound is closed in both directions at milepost 124 in Seligman.
🚧State Route 260 eastbound is closed at milepost 298 near Heber-Overgaard. pic.twitter.com/4MzGMQ2gh9
10:03 a.m.
Officially a Powder Day at @AZSnowbowl where a foot of snow hit the state’s highest slopes last night. @abc15 #azwx #abc15wx pic.twitter.com/n68atojkdy
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) December 12, 2022
9:49 a.m.
CLOSED: I-40 westbound is closed from milepost 124 to 115 in Seligman. The closure is due to multiple crashes. There are also reported crashes heading eastbound in that area, but it's not yet clear what, if anything, is blocked. #aztraffic pic.twitter.com/yaxBAQluS7
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
9:14 a.m.
New Terrain Alert! Additional expert terrain is now open: Volcano, Lava, and Lower Casino are now open thanks to the 12" of snow we received overnight! pic.twitter.com/tE5Y9efWak
— Arizona Snowbowl Updates (@AZSBUpdates) December 12, 2022
9:10 a.m.
L Hamilton shared this gorgeous winter wonderland with us -- Prescott! #abc15wx pic.twitter.com/DdVHzsR8tl
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) December 12, 2022
8:36 a.m.
NOW: The sun's come up, but roads are still snowy/icy. Keep your speed down and drive with extreme caution.
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
Remember, you can get current and accurate travel related info including access to our cameras statewide by downloading the AZ511 app.https://t.co/AVp1luApsA pic.twitter.com/k0tUO110XL
8:12 a.m.
NOW: Here's a look at US 60 between Superior and Globe where snow has begun falling.
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
If you plan on traveling during the storm, prepare ahead by following these safety tips on https://t.co/p7lfSJakVs. #aztraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/BYLeJHXPNR
7:56 a.m.
UPDATE: All lanes are now open. #aztraffic https://t.co/EaNgmeiKrF
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
7:42 a.m.
A winter weather system will continue move east across AZ. The 1st round of rain is winding down, but more valley rain/mtn snow is on the way tonight into Tues AM #azwx See how much rain fell in your neighborhood here: https://t.co/yNJEM14Yye pic.twitter.com/odNpipLVXF
— The Flood Control District of Maricopa County (@FCDFloodInfo) December 12, 2022
6:47 a.m.
647am: Showers continue to push east with snow starting in the Catalinas. Expect coverage to continue to increase as the morning goes on. Rainfall will be light to moderate with mountain snowfall rates ranging from 1"-2" per hour. #azwx pic.twitter.com/BoeSyruz24
— NWS Tucson (@NWSTucson) December 12, 2022
6:30 a.m.
CLOSED: Flagstaff Unified School District has canceled classes for Monday, Dec. 12, due to winter weather. https://t.co/mkExbmrbTT #abc15wx
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) December 12, 2022
6:24 a.m.
.@NWSFlagstaff reporting 5-7” between Bellemont and Flagstaff as of 5am.
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) December 12, 2022
It’s roughly 4” near my live shot at Forest Meadows and Milton Rd. #azwx
6:18 a.m.
614am: Showers are trending down form west to east over the Greater Phoenix area. That trend will continue leading to partly cloudy skies by mid morning. But, higher terrain areas east of Phoenix well be getting rain and snow through the morning. #azwx pic.twitter.com/m9tvXcirg1
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) December 12, 2022
5:39 a.m.
CLOSED: I-17 NB is closed at milepost 305 south of Munds Park due to multiple vehicles stuck in the snow. #aztraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/aH4S5PpyOO
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
5:36 a.m.
5:24 a.m.
It's an @abc15 Weather Action Day as we track a cold front that's bringing Valley rain and high country snow.
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) December 12, 2022
Roads are wet and slick across the Valley, and they're snowy and icy across the high country. Use extreme caution through the morning commute#abc15wx #azwx pic.twitter.com/SaDsM1Foml
5:23 a.m.
We generally saw 5-7" of snow between Bellemont and Flagstaff as of 5am this morning. An addition inch or so will be possible in this area the rest of the morning.
— NWS Flagstaff (@NWSFlagstaff) December 12, 2022
How much snow have you received so far? ❄️ #azwx pic.twitter.com/5NWN3pbff6
4:30 a.m.
NOW: A winter weather advisory remains in effect with snow still falling in elevations above 5,000 feet. As of now, there are no weather-related closures.
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
Stay on top of weather related conditions by downloading the AZ511 app.
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3:05 a.m., Dec. 12
305am: The leading edge of the cold front is moving into the East Valley. Isolated showers are expected to become more numerous over the next 1-2 hours before tapering off from west to east between 5am - 7am. #azwx pic.twitter.com/AUygMwUitX
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) December 12, 2022
10:18 p.m., Dec. 11
It starts…#azwx pic.twitter.com/WvdcfeYIkK
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) December 12, 2022
9:55 p.m., Dec. 11
Snow's coming down across far-northern Arizona as well as some portions of I-40. If you cannot postpone travel, pack a winter-driving kit and leave plenty of room between your vehicle and the one in front of you.#azwx #aztraffic pic.twitter.com/jYSwR8GdbM
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) December 12, 2022
8:36 p.m., Dec. 11
Rain and snow is already starting to fall over western Arizona this evening. Here is a look at when we expect the showers to move through northern Arizona. #azwx pic.twitter.com/SuprOcXHm4
— NWS Flagstaff (@NWSFlagstaff) December 12, 2022
