PHOENIX, Ariz. — A thin veil of clouds draped over the Valley early this morning, and the pavement shimmered faintly with dew — the quiet calm before a few light showers drift through parts of central Arizona. After this brief taste of unsettled weather, sunshine and mild air will dominate the week, setting up ideal conditions for Thanksgiving travelers across the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, a weak disturbance brushing the Southwest will bring a 30% chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms Sunday, mainly between late morning and early afternoon. While no severe storms are expected, a few heavier pockets of rain could dampen roads along I-10 and Loop 101, briefly slowing travel for those heading out early for the holiday week.
By Monday, skies will clear rapidly as high pressure rebuilds, pushing daytime highs back into the upper 60s and low 70s. From there, the pattern turns textbook Arizona fall — bright blue skies, crisp desert mornings, and warm afternoons near the mid-70s by Wednesday and Thursday.
Thanksgiving Day itself looks calm and sunny, perfect for outdoor gatherings, hiking, or early Christmas decorating. Nationally, though, travelers connecting through major hubs in the Midwest or Northeast should brace for possible weather delays, as a cold front brings snow and wind across multiple states midweek. Here in Phoenix, the biggest challenge may simply be remembering sunscreen while the rest of the country bundles up.
Five-Day Forecast for Phoenix, AZ:
Sun: 66/52 – Spotty showers; partial clearing late.
Mon: 68/50 – Sunny; light winds, mild.
Tue: 71/49 – Sunny; clear skies, comfortable.
Wed: 74/51 – Bright and warm; ideal travel day.
Thu: 74/52 – Sunny; pleasant Thanksgiving warmth.
