Phoenix is waking to clear skies and a crisp 57 degrees Wednesday morning, but the brief taste of fall will not last long. Sunshine will push temperatures to 78 degrees, with dry weather holding across the Valley. The bigger weather story arrives Thursday and Friday, when warmer air and strong gusts move into the region.
Sunny Wednesday Gives Way To 88 Degrees Thursday
Wednesday will stay sunny, with light winds and an afternoon high near 78 degrees. The National Weather Service forecast calls for a mostly clear Wednesday night with a low around 59, followed by another sunny day Thursday and a high near 88 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
Friday Brings Strong Gusts And Blowing Dust Concerns
Winds will begin increasing Thursday night before becoming more noticeable Friday. Phoenix is expected to remain below wind-advisory levels, but gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely during the latter half of Friday morning, while stronger winds affect parts of southern and central Arizona.
Patchy blowing dust could also become an issue, particularly south and east of the Valley. Drivers on open roads should be prepared for sudden crosswinds and reduced visibility, especially during the morning commute.
Small Shower Chance Returns This Weekend
Friday night and Saturday bring only a slight chance of rain showers, around 20%, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 80 degrees Saturday. Any rainfall is expected to be light, and most places may see only a trace or a few hundredths of an inch.
Dry weather returns Sunday with a high near 85, followed by another warm stretch Monday and Tuesday, when highs reach the upper 80s. For Phoenix, the forecast favors sunshine and warmth next week, with wind and a modest shower chance providing the only real interruptions.
