Tombstone
My town is in the Mid Elevation Climate Zone. This zone consists of high deserts, semi-desert grassland, chaparral and woodlands ranging from 3,500 to 5,000 feet. Annual precipitation ranges from 10 to 20 inches.Mid Elevation Climate Zone
Climate Zone
Mid Elevation Seasonal Tips
Seasonal Tips
Fall in the mid elevation climate zone is mild, with temperatures cooling significantly from September to November.
Winter in the mid elevation climate zone is cool, often with near-freezing temperatures. The last killing frost usually occurs before mid- April.
Spring in the mid elevation climate zone is cool to mild and one of the driest times of the year. Temperatures rise from March to May however, there can be killing frosts as late as mid-April.
Summer in the mid elevation climate zone is warm to hot, and early summer is one of the driest times of the year.
The Community Water Systems (CWS) Interactive Map provides a detailed look at all of the Community Water Systems and the areas they serve. You have the option to search for a water system by using the search feature and entering the CWS Number (91-), ADEQ Number (AZ...), or the water system name. Another option is to select the service area on the map, where a pop-up will open providing you with the details of that water system. Some of the information provided in the pop-up includes: owner name, address, phone number, CWS number, ADEQ number and population of the service area. If you select your Community Water System and find the information to be incorrect, please contact ADWR so we can update your records. Community Water System Map
Resources
- Cochise County Cooperative Extension Office - The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension offices translate research-based information to help people solve real, everyday problems and improve the quality of life. Several programs address water use, landscaping and gardening.
- Map of Arizona's Groundwater Basins - See page 14 for a color map of Arizona's counties and 51 groundwater basins.
- Arizona Drought Reports - See monthly and quarterly updates about Arizona's drought status.
- Future Water Demand and Supplies - Learn about your groundwater basin's current and potential future water supplies.
- Aquifer Groundwater Levels - Use the Groundwater Inventory (GWSI) to find the water levels of wells within Arizona's groundwater basins.
- Surf Your Watershed - Find your watershed and organizations that are working to protect water quality.