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Climate overview
Arizona climate is desert (south) and mountain highland (north). Phoenix has 110+°F summers; Flagstaff has snowy winters.
Extreme weather risk
- ☀️ Heat waves: Summer temperatures can exceed 100°F (38°C) for extended periods.
Time zone
Arizona observes Mountain Time (the state spans multiple time zones).
When to visit (weather-wise)
Winter and spring (November-April) avoid the brutal summer heat. Locals leave town in August.
Weather constraints in the daily puzzle
"Tornado Alley", "Hurricane zone", "Sun Belt", "Snow Belt" are recurring Statedoku categories.
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