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Phoenix, AZ Weather Oct. 17–21: 80s Return After Breezy Weekend
PHOENIX, AZ — A breezy weekend will give way to warmer, sunnier conditions across Phoenix as temperatures climb back toward the upper 80s early next week, according to the National Weather Service.
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-14T10:37:19.532Z
PHOENIX, AZ — A breezy weekend will give way to warmer, sunnier conditions across Phoenix as temperatures climb back toward the upper 80s early next week, according to the National Weather Service.
The five day outlook beginning Saturday, Oct. 17, features a brief chance of showers followed by several days of mostly dry weather. Afternoon temperatures are expected to remain in the 80s, with Monday bringing one of the warmest days of the period.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, Saturday carries a 20% chance of showers, although mostly sunny skies are expected for much of the day. Temperatures should reach approximately 80 degrees, with easterly winds of 10 to 15 mph and gusts as high as 25 mph.
Those winds could be noticeable for residents spending time outdoors, particularly in exposed areas. The forecast does not indicate widespread rainfall or a significant storm system affecting Phoenix.
Sunshine Returns as Temperatures Rise Sunday marks the beginning of a warming trend, with sunny skies and afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 85 degrees.
Winds should become lighter, shifting from the east before becoming calm during the afternoon.
By Monday, temperatures are expected to climb to around 88 degrees under sunny skies, bringing noticeably warmer conditions compared with Saturday.
The warming trend follows a cooler start to the week, when Phoenix was forecast to reach only 78 degrees Wednesday before climbing to 88 degrees Thursday.
While the National Weather Service's broader national outlook highlights a significant cooling pattern across portions of the central United States later this week, Phoenix's local forecast indicates a different pattern, with warm and largely dry conditions continuing into next week.
Warm, Mostly Dry Weather Continues Tuesday should remain sunny, with temperatures approaching 87 degrees. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph during the afternoon.
Overnight temperatures are also expected to remain relatively mild, generally ranging from the mid 60s to upper 60s through Monday night.
The latest supplied forecast extends through Tuesday, Oct. 20. Wednesday's conditions have not yet been established in the available data.
Five Day Weather Outlook: Oct. 17–21 Temperatures below represent National Weather Service forecasts for Phoenix, Arizona.
Saturday, Oct. 17: Mostly sunny with a 20% chance of showers. High near 80°. Breezy, with gusts up to 25 mph. Overnight low near 65° with partly cloudy skies. Sunday, Oct. 18: Sunny and warmer. High near 85°. Easterly winds around 5 mph becoming calm during the afternoon. Overnight low near 67° with clear skies. Monday, Oct. 19: Sunny and warm. High near 88°. Light winds becoming southeasterly during the afternoon. Overnight low near 69° with mostly clear skies. Tuesday, Oct. 20: Sunny with a high near 87°. Winds of 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph. Overnight forecast unavailable.