Phoenix, AZ – Under a clear desert sky, the Valley wakes to 70°F warmth at sunrise — a reminder that November still feels like summer here. Breezes stir through palm trees as commuters hit dry roads, but a change in Arizona’s weather pattern is on the horizon. Veterans Day brings one more day of sun-filled calm before clouds and scattered rain enter the mix later this week.
According to the National Weather Service, highs near 85°F are expected Tuesday under light east winds and steady sunshine. By midweek, however, shifting southwest flow will pull moisture toward central Arizona, boosting the chance for light showers late Thursday and Friday. Gusts could reach 20 mph as that system approaches, with cooler highs in the upper 60s expected by week’s end.
The late-week rain chance marks the region’s first measurable moisture in weeks — welcome news for dust and air quality, but a possible hiccup for outdoor events. Residents planning Veterans Day ceremonies or early holiday travel can expect smooth conditions through Wednesday before the pattern flips.
Looking ahead, longer-range models hint that cooler desert nights could drop toward the upper 40s next weekend — a mild preview of winter’s slow arrival across the Southwest. For now, Arizona enjoys one more stretch of golden fall sunshine before November’s first real change arrives.
