Phoenix, AZ — Arizona residents can expect a drastic shift in weather as a cold front sweeps through the region early this week. Highs around Phoenix and surrounding areas will reach the 90s today, but a significant cooldown begins Monday night, with temperatures dropping to the low 70s by Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Phoenix, windy conditions will accompany the cold front, especially along major highways like I-10 and I-8, creating potential hazards for drivers. Gusts could reach up to 20 mph by Monday evening, so residents are advised to secure outdoor items and prepare for reduced visibility on the roads.
Today, temperatures around Phoenix are expected to peak at 94°F under partly sunny skies, with eastward breezes gradually shifting to the west. Monday remains warm with a high of 90°F, though by nightfall, temperatures will plummet, bringing a chance of showers and gusty winds. Overnight lows Monday are expected to drop to around 60°F.
On Tuesday, Phoenix residents will feel the full effect of the cold front, as highs reach only 74°F under clear skies. Winds will decrease slightly to 5-10 mph, but the cool trend continues. By Wednesday, temperatures will edge up to 77°F, and by Thursday, expect a slight increase to 80°F, bringing milder conditions.
For those in Yuma, temperatures will follow a similar pattern, with today’s high at 96°F but a significant drop to 77°F by Tuesday. Further south in areas near Globe and Miami, Monday’s high of 84°F will fall to 65°F on Tuesday.
