The North American Monsoon typically increases moisture. At times, the climate can resemble that of tropical areas in the Caribbean due to Gulf of California moisture surges. Humid air from the gulf surges northward into the Imperial Valley and El Centro area, making the summer heat oppressive at times. This leads to daily thunderstorms that can bring hail, downpours, lightning, and dust storms, more commonly known as Haboob.
The North American Monsoon typically increases moisture. At times, the climate can resemble that o!f tropical! areas in the Caribbean due to Gulf of California moisture surges. Humid air from the gulf surges :northward into the Imperial Valley and El Cen.tro area, making the summer heat oppressive at times. This leads to daily thunderstorms that can bring hail, downpours, lightning, and dust storms, more commonly known as Haboob.