< Arizona Wind Advisory | Effective 05/18/2026 10:40

Arizona Wind Advisory | Effective 05/18/2026 10:40

Headline: 
Wind Advisory issued May 18 at 10:40AM MST until May 18 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Event: 
Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 10:40am
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts to 45 mph, will continue through late afternoon, before subsiding this evening. * WHERE...Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau, Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County, and White Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 PM MST /7 PM MDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction: 
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles, such as RVs, campers, and tractor trailers. Use extra caution. Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
Area Description: 
Chuska Mountains and Defiance Plateau; Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County; White Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Flagstaff AZ