On average, the state gets just under five inches of snow each year, and even more in some of the northern highland areas. It isn’t a lot, but it’s worth mentioning, considering most would assume Arizona residents never get to see snow. Don’t misunderstand us here; the water in Arizona is perfectly safe to drink throughout the state. We’re talking specifically about access to water, which is a growing concern.
Arizona is short on trees, yet you can still go to Home Depot and buy lumber for the same price as you would pay in the Pacific Northwest. However, water is a different matter, as it is more difficult to transport. A whopping 36% of Arizona’s water supplies come from the Colorado River—a significant tributary experiencing unprecedented shortages, likely due to climate change. If these projected trends continue, Arizona could face a severe water shortage in the coming years or decades.
