Will It Snow Today? Something We Never Ask In Phoenix AZ

Will it snow today? Well, that is something we almost never ask here in Phoenix Arizona.

While it will reach ninety degrees in parts of the Valley of the Sun today,  it is still predicted to snow in seven eastern states today. 

For those native Arizonans, who rarely, if ever, see or think about snow, here is how the National Weather Service classifies or defines the term “snow.” Snow is a type of precipitation in the form of crystalline water ice, consisting of a multitude of snowflakes that fall from clouds. Since snow is composed of small ice particles, it is a granular material. It has an open and therefore soft structure, unless packed by external pressure.

Most of us here in the Phoenix Metro area are familiar with the saying, “You Never Have To Shovel Sunshine.” That in and of itself is a great reason to live here.  Of course, like anything in life, there is a trade-off.

Yes, we are running above normal temperatures this spring, but it does get to ninety degrees Fahrenheit in March many times during the Spring season.  And this year is no exception.  Our normal average first 100 degree day is in the middle of May.  But my guess is that it will be much sooner this year.

I have a question for you… Is your Air Conditioner ready?  Your ac unit hasn’t run in months.  The first day you need your AC, is the HVAC going to be ready?

Here at Aaron’s Mechanical Services we can help with that.  We can visit your home and get your Air Conditioner ready for the up-coming Summer season. Having a more efficient cooling system means  more money in your pocket by lowering your electric bill.

Did You Know?

The greatest amount of snow ever recorded at the official reporting station in Phoenix was 1.0 inch on January 20 1933, and on January 21 and 22 1937.  Wow, snow three days in a row here in Phoenix. Who knew?

Other times measurable snow was recorded include:

0.5 inches on February 2 1939, 0.4 inches on December 21 and 22 1990, 0.2 inches on March 12 1917, 0.1 inches on November 28 1919 and then 0.1 inches on December 11 1985.

Trace amounts of snow have been recorded on numerous occasions.

The most recent snow of significance, in areas below 2000 feet, was on December 6 1998. Snow fell over roughly the northwest half of the valley...where some accumulation was reported. Sky Harbor Airport recorded 0.22 inches of precipitation that day...but only a trace of snow.

Looking for fast and fair HVAC service? Aaron’s Mechanical Services wants you to stay comfortable all year round.  Most important we want you to spend the least amount of money possible while you stay comfortable. If your air conditioning system or HVAC unit needs service or replacement please think of us and call at 623-388-4436 and we will come to you and solve your cooling Unit service needs.

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