Arizona wakes to a calm, mild December morning as clear skies stretch across the Valley.
Across central Arizona, weather conditions remain quiet today with Phoenix starting the day near 60 degrees and climbing quickly under full sunshine. Afternoon highs approach 80 degrees, a noticeable contrast to winter weather gripping much of the country.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, this dry and stable pattern will hold through Wednesday. Winds remain light, skies stay mostly clear, and no rain is expected. These conditions favor smooth travel across I-10, Loop 101, and Sky Harbor International Airport.
Tuesday brings another warm December day. Morning lows settle near 50 degrees, followed by afternoon highs near 77. Calm winds and low humidity keep conditions comfortable for outdoor activities, holiday errands, and construction work.
By Wednesday, temperatures hold steady in the mid-70s with continued sunshine. Overnight lows hover around 50 degrees, limiting any frost risk across the urban core. Desert communities outside the metro may feel cooler just before sunrise, but widespread freeze concerns remain unlikely.
While the Southwest stays mild, meteorologists continue tracking active winter systems impacting the Midwest and Great Lakes. For Arizona, models show no immediate signs of a significant cool-down or storm system entering the region this week.
Residents planning early holiday travel will find ideal weather locally. Roads remain dry, visibility stays high, and delays tied to weather appear unlikely through midweek.
Looking ahead toward the weekend, temperatures remain seasonably warm with highs in the upper 70s and continued dry conditions. This stretch supports outdoor decorating, hiking, and pre-Christmas travel preparations.
5-Day Phoenix Outlook
- Today: Sunny, calm, high near 80°
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 77°
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 76°
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 78°
- Friday: Sunny, high near 79°
