Flagstaff, Arizona – Breezy winds and a chance of isolated thunderstorms will shake up an otherwise sunny spring week ahead for Flagstaff. Travelers along I-40 and I-17 should stay alert as gusts over 30 mph are expected to develop by the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff, a slight chance of thunderstorms will move through Tuesday afternoon, April 29, mainly after 11 a.m. Winds from the north at 5 to 13 mph will shift south by afternoon, with gusts reaching 20 mph. Rain chances remain low at 20%, but isolated downpours could impact local roads briefly.
By Wednesday, skies clear to mostly sunny with southwest winds intensifying. Speeds could reach 16 mph with gusts topping out at 26 mph, especially along the I-40 corridor. Thursday continues the warming trend, staying mostly sunny and dry with highs near 67°F and lighter breezes.
Looking ahead, Friday will bring a slight chance of rain showers (20%) during the afternoon, although impacts are expected to stay minimal. Winds will pick up again Saturday with sustained speeds of 15 to 20 mph and gusts nearing 31 mph. High-profile vehicles along I-17 should exercise caution due to shifting crosswinds.
5-Day Flagstaff Spring Weather Outlook:
- Tuesday: Slight chance of thunderstorms after 11 a.m., high near 59°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, breezy, high near 66°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 67°F.
- Friday: 20% chance of showers, high near 68°F.
- Saturday: Windy and partly cloudy, highs near 58°F.
