Winter Weather Alerts: Arizona Prepares for a Cold Front This Week

Phoenix is set to receive its first measurable rain in months, signaling a significant weather change for the area. The Valley is expecting rain by mid-morning on Monday, with snow anticipated in the higher elevations.

Currently, Phoenix is experiencing one of its longest dry spells, having gone 157 days without any measurable precipitation. Only three days shy of the record 160 days from the 1971-72 period, this weather pattern has left many residents eager for rain. A mere 0.01 inches would break the dry streak.

Rain showers will begin on Monday, and the forecast indicates that chances for precipitation will persist through Wednesday. While it won’t rain continuously, the unsettled weather pattern suggests intermittent showers may be expected over the next few days.

In terms of snowfall, areas above 5,000 feet will see significant accumulation as snow levels drop to 4,000 feet by Wednesday. Expected snowfall totals by Monday night include:

• Williams: 4-6 inches
• Flagstaff: 1-3 inches
• Doney Park: 1-2 inches
• Payson and Prescott: 1 inch
• Navajo Nation: Less than 1 inch

Travelers should be cautious of icy and snow-covered roads, particularly on I-40 east of Kingman, State Route 66 through Peach Springs, and I-17 south of Flagstaff. Road conditions may become hazardous as the snow continues.

After this weather system moves out, temperatures are expected to gradually increase, reaching upper 60s and lower 70s by the weekend.

The seven-day forecast is as follows:

• MONDAY: 62°/46° – Isolated rain showers
• TUESDAY: 62°/43° – Partly cloudy, a few showers
• WEDNESDAY: 60°/43° – Partly cloudy, a few showers
• THURSDAY: 64°/41° – Mostly sunny
• SATURDAY: 71°/44° – Partly cloudy

For those interested in Arizona’s weather and severe weather events, videos of recent thunderstorms, floods, and fires from across the state are available on various platforms. Residents are encouraged to report storm-related photos and videos using the designated social media hashtag.