Arizona – Light rain taps against windshields and darkens desert pavement this morning as clouds hang low over the Valley. The air feels cool and damp, unusual for late January, with brief showers moving through before a quick turnaround arrives.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, scattered showers are expected this morning with a 30 to 40 percent chance of rain. Temperatures hold in the upper 50s early, then climb into the upper 60s later today as clouds gradually thin. Winds remain light, limiting travel issues, though slick roads may slow drivers during the morning hours along I-10 and Loop 202.
Conditions improve steadily by Sunday. Sunshine returns, pushing highs into the mid to upper 60s. Overnight lows dip into the lower 40s, cool enough for a crisp desert morning but not cold enough for frost concerns in the metro area.
By Monday, a noticeable warm-up takes hold. High pressure builds over the Southwest, driving temperatures toward 69 degrees in Phoenix with clear skies. Nights stay cool but comfortable, and outdoor plans benefit from dry weather and light winds.
Tuesday brings another bump in warmth, with highs near 70 degrees under sunny skies. The pattern stays quiet into midweek, with temperatures rising into the low 70s by Wednesday. No additional rain is expected during this stretch, a sharp contrast to the active winter weather gripping much of the central and eastern U.S.
Looking ahead, longer-range outlooks suggest above-normal temperatures persist across Arizona into early February, while precipitation chances remain limited. For now, drivers should allow extra time on wet roads this morning, then enjoy a stretch of classic desert weather.
Five-Day Outlook for Phoenix, Arizona
• Today: Chance of showers; high near 67
• Sunday: Sunny; high near 66
• Monday: Sunny and warmer; high near 69
• Tuesday: Sunny; high near 70
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high near 72
