FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Clear skies and brisk breezes will shape Flagstaff’s weekend as the region holds steady in a dry, early-autumn pattern that gives way to a slight chance of rain by Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff, southwest winds will pick up Saturday with gusts near 30 mph as highs reach the mid-60s. Winds ease overnight before another round of sunshine and lighter breezes on Sunday, when temperatures hover near 68°F.
Drivers should be aware of reduced visibility from blowing dust across open stretches of Interstate 40 and U.S. 180 during peak afternoon winds Saturday. Despite the gusts, skies remain clear through Tuesday, offering ideal hiking and travel weather around Walnut Canyon and the San Francisco Peaks.
By midweek, a Pacific system will bring a 20–30% chance of showers from Thursday into Friday, marking a shift toward a more unsettled pattern across northern Arizona.
Dry conditions will dominate through early next week, with no freezing nights expected until next weekend.
Five-Day Forecast for Flagstaff, AZ:
- Saturday: Sunny, high 64°F; gusts up to 30 mph.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 68°F; calm winds.
- Monday: Sunny, high 68°F; low 40°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 71°F; mostly clear overnight.
- Thursday: 20–30% chance of showers, high near 73°F.
