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Arizona Weather Oct. 31-Nov. 2: Phoenix Flood Watch, 1-2 Inches Possible
PHOENIX, AZ – A Flood Watch remains in effect for the Phoenix metropolitan area and portions of south central Arizona from Saturday evening, Oct. 31, through late Sunday night, Nov. 1, as another roun
By Audrey Sloan · 2026-10-31T09:49:23.038Z
PHOENIX, AZ – A Flood Watch remains in effect for the Phoenix metropolitan area and portions of south central Arizona from Saturday evening, Oct. 31, through late Sunday night, Nov. 1, as another round of rainfall raises concerns about flash flooding.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, additional rainfall accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are possible over several hours or longer, falling on already moist soil and increasing the potential for runoff.
The watch includes Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Surprise, Peoria and other communities across Maricopa and northwest Pinal counties.
Arizona Weather: Flood Warning Issued for Indian Bend Wash A separate Flood Warning was issued early Saturday for portions of Maricopa County, including areas near Paradise Valley and Scottsdale along Indian Bend Wash.
The warning, issued at 1:06 a.m. MST, remained in effect until 3:15 a.m. Saturday.
National Weather Service officials reported flooding was already occurring in the warned area after 1 to 3 inches of rain had fallen.
Water levels along Indian Bend Wash were above alarm stage, with additional flooding expected. Low water crossings could become impassable, and runoff could take several hours to move through drainage systems.
Phoenix Rain Chances Reach 100% Sunday The Phoenix forecast calls for a 100% chance of precipitation Saturday night, with showers and thunderstorms possible and rainfall amounts between one half and three quarters of an inch.
Sunday, Nov. 1, brings another 100% precipitation chance, with showers and possible thunderstorms. High temperatures are expected near 71 degrees, with three quarters to 1 inch of additional rainfall possible.
Rain chances remain at 90% Sunday night before decreasing Monday.
The National Weather Service advises motorists to avoid flooded roads and low water crossings. Residents should monitor updated forecasts and be prepared if Flash Flood Warnings are issued.
By Monday, Nov. 2, sunny skies and highs near 75 degrees are expected, followed by another sunny day Tuesday.
The immediate concern remains flooding through Sunday night, particularly in washes, streams and low lying areas where runoff may accumulate.