Phoenix started Monday under mostly cloudy skies near 82 degrees, but the subdued morning look is misleading: showers and thunderstorms remain possible across the metro, with brief heavy rain and runoff the main concerns.
The National Weather Service in Phoenix puts the chance of rain at 40% Monday, with storms most likely from morning into early afternoon. The high should reach about 96 degrees, while stronger cells could bring gusty winds and locally heavier downpours.
Flood Watch Covers Part Of The Phoenix Metro
A Flood Watch remains in effect until noon Monday for portions of central and eastern Phoenix and nearby communities. The warning says repeated storms could produce 1 to 2 inches of rain, leading to rapid runoff, flooded low-lying areas and dangerous conditions at low-water crossings.
Storm activity should gradually ease across Phoenix later Monday, with more sunshine developing and temperatures slipping into the low 90s during the afternoon. East and southeast Valley neighborhoods may see the most immediate morning impacts, while additional storms could develop later over western Maricopa County.
Sunny Skies Return Before Another Hot Stretch
Tuesday and Wednesday bring a sharp turn toward drier weather, with sunny skies and highs near 100 and 102 degrees, respectively. Overnight lows should stay around 81 to 83 degrees, and rain chances will fall to only a few percent.
Heat remains the dominant story Thursday through Sunday, with highs near 103 Thursday, 100 Friday, 99 Saturday and 103 Sunday. Storm chances rise again late in the week and into the weekend as moisture increases, but the exact coverage remains uncertain.
For Monday, residents should keep an eye on changing conditions, avoid flooded roads and secure loose outdoor items before storms arrive. Even a modest rain chance can produce a serious downpour in the desert when storms repeatedly move over the same area.
