Quartzsite In March - Heavy Rains - Wild Flowers

🌧 The video was taken on March 21st, 2023, in Quartzsite, Arizona, on a cool and rainy day, which is unusual for the area as it's normally warm.

🚐 Free 14-day camping with numerous RVs is available in Quartzsite, particularly along Plomosa Road.

🏞 The term "atmospheric river" is used to describe the phenomenon causing heavy rain in the region, which has also been affecting California with significant flooding.

🌸 The search is on for wildflowers, a seasonal occurrence that may be sparse due to the weather, but the hope is to find patches of blooms in certain areas.

📈 Due to the unexpected rainfall, the local drought warnings have been lessened as reservoirs and rivers like the Salt River near Phoenix are filled to the brim.

🌡 With a high of 71 degrees reported, which is far lower than the typical high temperatures for this time of year, the cool weather has extended the stay of RV campers.

📚 The video creator has a planned itinerary that includes visiting Oatman next week to search for wildflowers and also has pending chores like checking mail in Quartzsite.

🌼 Wildflowers such as yellow and purple blooms are beginning to appear, indicating an impending "spring bloom" which requires a couple of warm days to fully blossom.

🏕 Despite the rain and cool weather, people still camp out in Quartzsite, with some waiting for the snow to melt in northern regions before heading back.

📉 Most vendors in Quartzsite begin to close around March 31st, which signals the conclusion of the busy winter season as the town calms down.