FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Gusty winds and a slight chance of thunderstorms could make travel tricky across northern Arizona Friday, but a stretch of clear, calm weather is expected to settle in by Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff, winds will increase Friday afternoon, with southwest gusts reaching up to 36 mph. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible after 11 a.m., though coverage will remain low. Temperatures will reach the mid-70s before cooling into the 40s overnight.
Drivers along I-40 and Highway 89 may encounter sudden wind shifts and brief downpours, particularly east of Flagstaff. Outdoor events and activities should prepare for rapidly changing conditions. Winds will ease Friday night, setting the stage for a calm and sunny weekend.
By Saturday, skies clear and temperatures stay in the low 70s, rising into the upper 70s Sunday and early next week. Overnight lows will dip into the 40s, keeping mornings crisp but dry.
The calm stretch is expected to last through at least Tuesday, though a slight chance of storms could return midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Flagstaff, AZ
- Friday: 10% chance of showers and storms after 11 a.m., breezy. High 74°F. Winds gusting to 36 mph.
- Saturday: Sunny, calm. High 72°F, low 44°F.
- Sunday: Sunny, warmer. High 76°F, low 45°F.
- Monday: Mostly clear, mild. High 77°F, low 48°F.
- Tuesday: Slight chance of storms in the afternoon. High 78°F.
