FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Strong winds and cooling temps Across Imperial and Yuma Counties this weekend
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A significant cool down is on the way as an unseasonably strong low-pressure system moves through the Desert Southwest, bringing cooler temperatures and wetter conditions through Tuesday.
The system is already causing gusty winds and patchy dust across southeast California, prompting a Wind Advisory for Imperial County through early Monday morning.
Gusts could reach up to 45 MPH this evening, with wind-prone areas like Ocotillo seeing gusts up to 55 MPH.
A FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY is still in effect for Imperial County through Sunday night due to the strong winds and the potential for widespread blowing dust. This could reduce visibility, especially along I-8 and rural roads.
In addition, an Air Quality Alert remains active due to blowing dust, which may affect sensitive groups.
As the system moves eastward, Yuma County can expect breezy to windy conditions on Sunday, with gusts between 30 to 40 MPH, particularly in open desert areas.
Dust development is possible, although the rain chances in Yuma and El Centro remain low. However, gusty outflows from storms to the north may still impact the area.
Temperatures will drop into the upper 70s to low 80s in Yuma, well below seasonal averages, through Sunday and Monday. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to develop in higher terrain areas of Arizona, including La Paz and Maricopa Counties.
Looking ahead, temperatures will start to rise again midweek as high pressure builds in. By Thursday, highs may return to the mid to upper 90s, with triple digits possible by next weekend.
Stay updated with the latest alerts and conditions on our website.
