Phoenix, AZ – The desert air feels crisp this morning as clear skies and light winds blanket the Valley, setting up another mild, picture-perfect start to December. Highs will reach near 71°F today, with just a hint of early chill before sunshine takes over by mid-morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, a quiet weather pattern will dominate through the week. Daytime highs will hover between 67°F and 71°F, while overnight lows dip into the mid-40s, cool enough for light jackets during early commutes or evening walks. Calm winds and dry air mean excellent travel and outdoor conditions across central Arizona — ideal for residents returning from Thanksgiving trips or kicking off holiday decorating.
Tuesday and Wednesday stay sunny and comfortable, with light breezes out of the southeast around 5 mph. By Thursday and Friday, expect similar warmth under clear blue skies, with afternoon highs in the upper 60s to near 70°F. Air quality remains fair, though residents sensitive to dust may notice light haze during morning inversions.
Heading into the weekend, the pattern remains steady — mostly sunny with highs around 70°F and crisp desert nights near 45°F. No rain is in sight through early next week, making it one of the most stable stretches of December weather in the nation.
