Phoenix is bracing for a week filled with a mix of rainy and sunny weather, according to reports from the National Weather Service and FOX 10 Phoenix. The forecast for today indicates showers mainly before 2 p.m., with a high nearing 60 degrees. Winds expected to remain calm, turning south southeast at around 6 mph. A 90% chance of precipitation has locals reaching for umbrellas as they navigate the wet conditions. A wet start to the week may dampen spirits temporarily, but clear skies are soon to follow.
As evening approaches, there stands a 50% chance of showers before the stroke of midnight. While mostly cloudy, the temperatures are to remain mild with a low resting around 51 degrees and the winds maintaining a steady calmness. The long range outlook, as noted by the National Weather Service, hints to showers likely reappearing on Monday, primarily after 11 a.m., while Tuesday forecast promises an 80% chance of yet more showers.
The unrelenting rainfall will ultimately give way to sunshine by midweek. FOX 10 Phoenix predicts a mostly sunny Wednesday, with temperatures climbing to a comfortable 63 degrees. The rest of the week is looking up as the mercury rises, hitting a high of 68 on Friday and increasing steadily into the weekend with Saturday's temperature expected to soar to 71 degrees.
The city will finally shake off the rain completely by Thursday, as the forecast shows mostly sunny skies and a steady climb in temperature towards the latter part of the week. Phoenix residents are set to enjoy a high of 65 degrees on Thursday and can to boldly plan outdoor activities as the weekend approaches with the promise of sunny days ahead. Nighttime will bring mostly clear skies with lows hovering in the mid-40s, ideal for evening strolls or enjoying the desert's nocturnal beauty without the need for heavy layers.
