Flagstaff, Ariz. – Thunderstorms could rumble through Flagstaff by midday Wednesday, with strong wind gusts and the potential for localized showers disrupting travel and outdoor plans across northern Arizona.
According to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff, showers and thunderstorms are likely between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday, with southwest winds reaching 16 to 14 mph and gusts up to 25 mph. A 50% chance of precipitation will linger into Wednesday night before tapering off early Thursday.
Areas in and around Coconino County—including I-40 and US-180 corridors—may see brief downpours and slick roads. Wednesday night’s low will dip near 50°F, and an additional round of isolated storms is possible before 2 a.m. Thursday. Winds will calm slightly by morning, though gusts could still reach 20 mph during the day.
By Independence Day, sunny skies and a high near 80°F are expected to return—ideal for parades and fireworks. Residents should still remain weather-aware through Thursday morning and avoid high-elevation travel during thunderstorms.
Clearer, warmer conditions are expected into the weekend, but strong winds could return Sunday and Monday.
🔎 Five Day Flagstaff Forecast:
- Wednesday: Showers and storms likely after 11 a.m.; high 78°F; gusts to 25 mph
- Thursday: Chance of showers early, mostly sunny later; high 78°F
- Friday (Night): Mostly clear; low 51°F; breezy with gusts up to 22 mph
- Saturday: Mostly sunny; high 84°F; west winds up to 13 mph
- Sunday: Sunny; high 86°F; gusts as high as 17 mph
