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Arizona Weather Alert: Phoenix Rain Friday, Storms Tuesday Nov. 12-18
Arizona — Bright desert sunshine and temperatures near 85 degrees will give way to increasing clouds and multiple rain chances across the Phoenix metropolitan area. The most significant change arrives
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-11-12T10:46:34.366Z
Arizona — Bright desert sunshine and temperatures near 85 degrees will give way to increasing clouds and multiple rain chances across the Phoenix metropolitan area. The most significant change arrives Tuesday, when showers become likely and thunderstorms could develop.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, rain chances begin increasing Friday afternoon before another round of unsettled weather develops early next week.
The latest local outlook places Tuesday's precipitation probability at 70%, followed by a 60% chance Tuesday night.
Friday Brings the First Chance of Showers Thursday's weather remains sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 85 degrees.
East winds around 5 mph will accompany the warm afternoon.
Temperatures fall near 62 degrees Thursday night as clouds gradually increase.
Friday, November 13, brings a high near 79 degrees, approximately 6 degrees cooler than Thursday.
A 20% chance of showers develops after 4 p.m.
Increasing clouds may signal the approaching change.
Friday night brings a 30% chance of showers after 11 p.m., with temperatures falling near 60 degrees.
Drivers traveling Interstate 10, Interstate 17 and Loop 202 should remain alert for wet pavement if showers develop.
Saturday Brings Additional Rain Chances Saturday, November 14, continues the unsettled pattern.
The National Weather Service indicates a 30% chance of showers before 11 a.m.
Temperatures should reach approximately 74 degrees, marking an 11 degree decline from Thursday's expected high.
Skies become partly sunny during the day, with southeast winds around 5 mph shifting west during the afternoon.
Saturday night brings partly cloudy skies and temperatures near 57 degrees.
Residents planning outdoor activities should keep an eye on changing conditions, particularly during the morning.
Sunday Offers a Break Before More Rain Sunday, November 15, brings a return to sunshine.
Temperatures should reach approximately 76 degrees, with light east winds.
Sunday night remains mostly clear, with lows near 57 degrees.
Monday, November 16, offers another sunny day, with temperatures climbing toward 79 degrees.
However, a 30% chance of showers develops after midnight Monday night.
That signals the beginning of a more significant weather change heading into Tuesday.
Tuesday Could Bring Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds Tuesday, November 17, carries the strongest rain signal in the supplied outlook.
Showers become likely, with a thunderstorm possible.
The National Weather Service places the precipitation probability at 70%.
Temperatures should reach approximately 73 degrees, while winds could gust as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday night brings a 60% chance of additional showers, with lows near 52 degrees.
Rainfall amounts between one quarter and one half inch are possible Tuesday, although locally higher amounts could occur in thunderstorms.
Drivers should prepare for reduced visibility, slick pavement and possible ponding where heavier showers develop.
The supplied forecast does not establish a severe thunderstorm warning or flash flood watch.