The weather for the WM Phoenix Open was absolutely perfect, but get ready for some significant shifts in our dry and warm weather pattern this week.
A First Alert Weather Day has been declared due to a high likelihood of rain on Friday, which also happens to be Valentine’s Day. Unstable weather conditions are expected to start as early as Tuesday, and a Wind Advisory is scheduled to go into effect at 11 a.m. for certain areas in northern and eastern Arizona.
Expect wind gusts up to 20-30mph from the southwest as the pattern changes. Fire conditions will be particularly dangerous in southeastern Arizona on Tuesday. As the first system arrives, the Valley will experience cooler temperatures, with the mercury dropping into the low 60s on Wednesday. There is also a slight chance of rain throughout the day and night.
We can expect an increase in rain chances on Thursday, with the best chance of measurable rain across the entire Valley on Friday, which also happens to be Valentine’s Day.
There is a possibility of thunderstorms, so if you have any outdoor dining or hiking plans, it’s important to be prepared. The storm is expected to be relatively warm, which means that snowfall will likely start at higher elevations and gradually move to lower areas as the cooler air from Friday’s storm system moves in.
Travel conditions may become challenging, which is why it is crucial to be prepared and receive early warnings through the First Alert system. This will provide you with ample time to plan and navigate through winter driving conditions.
Snow is expected to fall on Saturday and continue through the weekend as the storm moves across the region. The amount of rain and snowfall may vary, and we will keep you updated on the latest impacts and any changes that may occur with this storm.
The majority of the holiday weekend in the Valley is expected to remain dry, with temperatures reaching the 70s.