Wind and cooler temperatures on the way to Arizona

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Warm and dry conditions continue for much of Arizona, but a few weather changes are on tap for the state as we get closer to the weekend.

Look for a high of 91 degrees in the Valley today under sunny skies. That’s four degrees above average for this time of year in Phoenix, but also four degrees cooler than yesterday’s afternoon high of 95 degrees.

Winds will stay light in the Valley for most of today, but could be slightly more breezy this afternoon thanks to a trough of low pressure moving across the Great Basin. A stronger storm system is expected to move onshore from the Pacific and bring bigger changes by the end of the week.

As low pressure moves onshore Friday, winds are expected to pick up across Arizona both Friday and Saturday. Since no rain or snow is expected for Arizona, fire danger will be high with elevated winds and no moisture. We may see Red Flag Warnings and Wind Advisories issued in the coming days for the weekend.

The storm is expected to stay well to the north of Arizona as it moves across the Great Basin. Aside from the winds, the other main impact for our state will be a cool down. Expect afternoon highs in the low 90s through Friday, with upper 80s expected Saturday and low 80s on Sunday.

Next week will start in the mid 80s, but a big warm-up is likely by the end of the next week. We’ll keep you posted as we get closer.

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