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Phoenix Heat Eases With Weekend Winds, Valley Rain Likely Slips to Next Week

Forecasters now favor early next week for Phoenix rain following a cooler, windier weekend.

Overview

  • Phoenix remains in the 90s this week under high pressure, running about 10 degrees above normal.
  • A West Coast low will push in more clouds and cooler air, dropping Valley highs into the 80s this weekend.
  • The latest ABC15 outlook shifts the best Phoenix rain chances to early next week as the storm track and moisture remain uncertain.
  • Northern Arizona holds the better setup for weekend showers, and gusts could reach 40 to 45 mph near Flagstaff.
  • Sky Harbor has recorded 0.32 inches of rain so far in 2026, about 2.36 inches below average, highlighting how dry the year has been.