Arizona – A calm, mild morning settles over the Valley as clear skies fade and clouds slowly creep back toward Phoenix. Streetlights reflect off dry pavement for now, but changes are already lining up west of the desert.
Temperatures start comfortably in the low to mid-50s early, then climb toward the mid-70s today as clouds gradually increase. Winds stay light, keeping conditions quiet through the morning commute. By afternoon, skies turn mostly cloudy as moisture begins pushing into central Arizona.
By Friday, rain chances arrive. The National Weather Service shows a 30 percent chance of showers developing after late morning, increasing into Friday evening. Temperatures ease slightly, topping out near 70 degrees. Roads may turn slick during brief showers, especially along I-10 and Loop 202 corridors. Plan extra time if driving during evening hours.
Friday night remains unsettled, with scattered showers lingering and lows settling into the mid-50s. Saturday brings the highest rain chances of the period. Showers become more widespread during the afternoon, with about a 50 percent chance across the Phoenix metro. Highs fall back into the mid-60s, and breezes may pick up lightly by late day.
Saturday night trends quieter, though a few showers could linger early before skies partially clear. Sunday delivers a noticeable shift. Sunshine returns, rain exits, and highs rebound to the upper 60s. Cooler air settles in Sunday night, dropping lows into the low 40s in outlying areas.
Early next week stays dry and seasonable, with highs pushing back toward 70 degrees by Monday and Tuesday. Long-range outlooks suggest warmer-than-normal temperatures continuing across the Southwest.
Keep umbrellas ready Friday and Saturday, and slow down on wet roads. Conditions may change quickly during passing showers. Are you seeing clouds building yet where you live? Share what’s happening across your part of the Valley.
Five-Day Outlook for Phoenix, AZ
- Friday: Chance of showers; high near 70°F
- Saturday: Showers likely; high near 66°F
- Sunday: Sunny; high near 68°F
- Monday: Mostly sunny; high near 68°F
- Tuesday: Sunny; high near 70°F
