Arizona — Rain taps steadily on windshields across Flagstaff this New Year’s morning, with mist clinging to pine trees and visibility reduced on higher roads. The air feels cold and damp, and snowflakes mix in at times near sunrise.
Showers remain widespread early today, with precipitation chances near 80 percent. Temperatures hover in the upper 30s to mid-40s, keeping most activity as rain in town. Still, slushy conditions may develop on higher elevations and shaded stretches of I-40 and U.S. 180.
According to the National Weather Service, showers continue through the morning before tapering this afternoon. Winds gust at times, which may lower visibility and make driving difficult during heavier bursts. Travelers should plan extra time and watch for sudden slick spots.
Conditions begin to improve later today, but cold air moves in quickly tonight. Lows drop into the low 30s, and untreated roads could refreeze after sunset. This creates a renewed risk for black ice heading into the evening and early Friday.
Friday brings a brief break. Clouds thin, sunshine returns, and highs climb near 50 degrees. Snow chances remain low during the day, but melting moisture may refreeze again Friday night as temperatures dip into the upper 20s.
The weekend looks quieter. Saturday stays mostly sunny with highs near the mid-50s, though nights remain cold. Sunday brings more clouds and a slight chance of showers late, with temperatures near 51.
Looking ahead, another unsettled pattern returns early next week. Rain and snow showers become possible again by Monday night and Tuesday, keeping winter hazards in play for northern Arizona.
Slow down on wet roads today and remain alert for icy patches tonight. Heading out on New Year’s Day or this weekend? Tell us what conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Outlook for Flagstaff, Arizona
• New Year’s Day: Rain showers, breezy at times, high near 47°F
• Friday: Decreasing clouds, mostly sunny, high near 50°F
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, calmer, high near 54°F
• Sunday: Partly sunny, slight shower chance late, high near 51°F
• Monday: Mostly cloudy, rain/snow chance late, high near 47°F
