Cooler Temperatures and Rain Set to Arrive in Phoenix Area
Cooler temperatures and rain are set to impact the Phoenix area in the coming days. The local weather team has issued First Alert Weather Days for Tuesday and Wednesday, signaling an active weather pattern. A new weather system moving down the coast of California is expected to bring showers and cooler air.
Weather Predictions for the Phoenix Region
As the weather system moves through, residents may experience rain tonight leading into Tuesday and Wednesday. Rainfall totals could reach between half an inch to an inch, particularly in areas where thunderstorms develop.
Temperature and Conditions
- Tuesday high temperatures around 71 degrees
- Temperatures dropping to mid-60s by the end of the week
- System expected to clear by Wednesday evening
Snowfall in High Country
In higher elevations, snow is anticipated as part of this system. Rain is expected for elevations above 8,000 feet through Tuesday evening. This will transition to snow from Tuesday night through Wednesday night as snow levels decrease.
- Snow levels may drop to 6,500-7,000 feet by Wednesday
- Potential for snow levels reaching 6,000 feet
Snow Accumulation Forecast
- 1-2 inches of snow above 6,500 feet
- 3-8 inches of snow expected in the White Mountains and San Francisco Peaks
Flood Watch and Safety Measures
A Flood Watch is currently in effect from this evening through Wednesday morning for northwestern Arizona. Areas including Lake Havasu and Kingman may experience heavy rainfall, posing flooding hazards.
Future Weather Outlook
Another storm system could arrive next weekend, but details are still uncertain. Local meteorologists will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.
