Phoenix, AZ – Phoenix residents can expect a warm and sunny Sunday before an approaching weather system brings rain chances midweek. With high temperatures climbing to 76°F on Sunday and reaching the low 80s by Monday, spring-like conditions will dominate the early part of the week.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday will see clear skies with light winds from the east at 5 mph. Monday continues the warming trend with highs reaching 82°F before clouds increase Tuesday, bringing a 60% chance of showers by the afternoon.
By Tuesday night, rain is likely, with precipitation amounts ranging between a quarter and half an inch. Winds will shift from the south to the west, reaching speeds of 10 mph. Motorists traveling on I-10 and Loop 101 should prepare for slick roads during the evening commute.
The unsettled weather continues into Wednesday and Thursday, with additional rain chances and breezy conditions. Temperatures will gradually cool, with highs dropping to the mid-60s by Thursday.
Looking ahead to the five-day forecast:
• Sunday: Sunny, high of 76°F.
• Monday: Mostly sunny, high of 82°F.
• Tuesday: Showers likely, high of 70°F.
• Wednesday: Partly cloudy, high of 72°F.
• Thursday: Showers possible, high of 66°F.
As Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, sunrise and sunset will shift forward by an hour. Residents should prepare for darker mornings and extended daylight in the evening. Stay updated on changing conditions throughout the week.