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Arizona Weather Alert: Phoenix Storms, Cooler Weekend Nov 13-16
Arizona — Bright sunshine and temperatures approaching 86 degrees will soon give way to clouds, scattered showers and possible thunderstorms across Phoenix.
By Cole Barrett · 2026-11-11T11:26:15.191Z
Arizona — Bright sunshine and temperatures approaching 86 degrees will soon give way to clouds, scattered showers and possible thunderstorms across Phoenix.
By Saturday, afternoon temperatures could drop into the lower 70s, bringing a noticeable change for residents enjoying November's warmth.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, the city will experience sunny conditions on Veterans Day, with highs near 84 degrees.
Thursday gets even warmer, reaching approximately 86 degrees before a developing weather system brings rain chances back into the Valley.
Phoenix warms to 86 degrees before Friday's change Clear skies and mild conditions will dominate the first half of the week.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport reported 64 degrees early Wednesday, with clear skies and visibility near 10 miles.
Thursday's projected high of 86 degrees offers another opportunity for outdoor activities, yardwork and travel before conditions become less predictable.
However, the warm, dry pattern begins changing Friday.
The National Weather Service expects a slight chance of showers between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., followed by a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5 p.m.
Friday's high reaches approximately 79 degrees, with a 20% precipitation probability.
Saturday brings a 13 degree temperature drop Friday night brings a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with lows near 60 degrees.
Saturday becomes the most significant weather transition of the five day period.
High temperatures fall to approximately 73 degrees, a 13 degree decline from Thursday's projected high.
Rain chances increase to 50%, with showers and thunderstorms possible.
While widespread severe weather is not indicated in the supplied forecast, thunderstorms can produce localized downpours and temporarily reduced visibility.
Drivers traveling Interstate 10, Interstate 17 and Loop 202 should watch for wet pavement and changing conditions if showers develop.
Saturday's forecast currently calls for rainfall amounts below one tenth of an inch, although thunderstorms could produce locally higher totals.
Rain chances could return early next week Saturday night brings a 20% chance of showers before 11 p.m., followed by partly cloudy conditions and lows near 56 degrees.
Sunday looks more favorable for outdoor plans, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 74 degrees.
Monday brings sunshine and highs around 77 degrees.
However, rain chances increase again Monday night, reaching 50% after midnight.
Tuesday could bring additional showers and thunderstorms, with highs near 72 degrees and a 50% precipitation probability.
The extended outlook suggests residents should keep umbrellas nearby as the unsettled pattern continues.