Arizona Disaster & Funding Calendar
When Arizona's hazards peak — and when the federal money windows open. The recurring hazard seasons (wildfire, flood, drought) alongside the SAM.gov, FEMA and grant deadlines that decide who's ready when disaster strikes.
Arizona hazard seasons — 12-month view
| Hazard | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | May–July | ||||||||||||
| Flood | July–September | ||||||||||||
| Drought | June–September |
Peak windows
- Wildfire — typically May–July in Arizona.
- Flood — typically July–September in Arizona.
- Drought — typically June–September in Arizona.
💰 Funding & deadline cycles
- 🔁SAM.gov registration renewal — annualLapses lock you out of federal contracts & grants. Renew ~60 days before expiry.
- 🏛️FEMA Public Assistance & HMGP — post-declarationWindows open after a Arizona disaster is declared and close fast. Watch the live map for new declarations.
- 🏗️HUD CDBG-DR — appropriation-drivenFunds follow major disasters via Congressional appropriation; action-plan deadlines follow.
- 📅Federal fiscal year — Oct 1Grant cycles and mitigation notices (BRIC) reset. Position before Q4.
Arizona hazard season FAQ
When is wildfire season in Arizona?
In Arizona, wildfire season typically runs May–July. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is flood season in Arizona?
In Arizona, flood season typically runs July–September. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is drought season in Arizona?
In Arizona, drought season typically runs June–September. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.