Flagstaff, Arizona – Wind gusts near 40 mph could disrupt weekend travel across Flagstaff and northern Arizona, especially for drivers on I-17 and I-40.
According to the National Weather Service, strong southwest winds will develop Saturday evening and continue into Sunday, with gusts ranging from 25 to 39 mph. Breezy conditions will accompany a 20% chance of rain Sunday afternoon as highs reach the mid-50s. Saturday night and Sunday may see reduced visibility and difficult driving conditions on open stretches of highway.
Thursday and Friday offer a calmer stretch, with sunny skies and daytime highs rising into the mid-60s and upper 60s, respectively. Overnight lows will dip into the low 30s through Friday, with light winds continuing until Saturday’s shift.
By Sunday night, winds may intensify again—gusts up to 22 mph are possible. Monday brings a renewed chance of showers and higher wind gusts nearing 28 mph. Motorists should secure loose objects, drive cautiously on open highways, and delay travel if high-profile vehicles are involved.
Looking ahead, Tuesday remains windy with highs in the mid-60s and gusts above 30 mph. This marks a notably breezy stretch for May, signaling a spring pattern shift for the region.
5-Day Flagstaff Forecast Snapshot:
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 66°F. Winds up to 14 mph.
- Friday: Partly cloudy, high near 69°F. Gusts up to 22 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, windy. High near 65°F.
- Sunday: Breezy, 20% rain chance. High near 55°F.
- Monday: Showers likely. High near 56°F. Gusts near 28 mph.
