TUCSON, Ariz. – Arizona drivers could see slick roads and reduced visibility Thursday afternoon as thunderstorms push into the Tucson metro area. The National Weather Service warns of scattered storms beginning after 2 p.m., raising the risk of flooding on I-10 and local streets. Commuters should expect sudden downpours and avoid flooded washes, where swift currents can turn deadly in minutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Tucson, rain chances reach 40% Thursday and remain at 30% into Thursday night. Winds will shift northwest in the afternoon before storms develop, with highs near 95 degrees. Evening travelers should use caution on I-10, Route 77, and surface roads that often flood after heavy rain.
Friday will bring more scattered showers, with highs in the upper 90s. A break in the storms is possible Saturday, when skies turn sunny and temperatures climb back to 97. Storm chances return Sunday, especially after 11 a.m., with daytime highs near 99.
Heat will also remain a concern despite storm activity. Lows stay in the mid-70s most nights, keeping overnight relief limited. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and prepare for power outages if strong winds develop with storms.
The unsettled pattern lingers into early next week, with clear skies Monday but a dramatic jump in heat by Tuesday. Temperatures could reach 104, signaling a late-season surge of desert heat.
Warnings remain in effect through Thursday night, and more advisories could be issued if storms intensify.
Five Day Forecast for Tucson, AZ
- Thursday: 40% chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m., high near 95.
- Friday: 30% chance of storms, partly sunny, high near 96.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 97.
- Sunday: 40% chance of storms after 11 a.m., high near 99.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 101.
