PHOENIX — Clouds are rolling in ahead of our next Arizona storm.
In the Valley, expect a few spotty showers this morning, mainly through midday.
Farther north, rain and snow will impact parts of the high country during the morning commute.
Winds will also pick up, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph in the Valley and 45 to 55 mph in the high country.
Wind Advisories are in effect until 7 p.m. along the Mogollon Rim, northeastern Arizona, and parts of Yuma and La Paz counties. Additionally, a Wind Advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for parts of southeastern Arizona. Expect blowing dust to reduce visibility across these areas throughout the day.
The high winds and blowing dust may also lead to a spike in particle pollution across the Valley.
To prevent air quality from getting even worse, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department has issued a "No Burn Day". That means burning wood in fireplaces, stoves, and outdoor fire pits is prohibited overnight.
If you have any respiratory conditions, like asthma, bronchitis, or COPD, you may want to limit your time outside or you may experience difficulty breathing or other health impacts from this pollution.
Another round of rain and snow arrives Friday.
In the Valley, neighborhoods could pick up anywhere from a tenth to a third of an inch of rain.
With potential impacts to the morning commute and significant snowfall up north, Friday will be an ABC15 Weather Action Day. Take steps now to prepare and avoid travel across the high country if possible.
Snow levels will range from 4,000 to 5,000 feet, with widespread totals of 6 to 12 inches along the Mogollon Rim. Flagstaff could see even higher amounts.
So far this season, Flagstaff has only received 8.5 inches of snow, but this storm alone could nearly double that total by Friday.
Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings will be in effect across the Kaibab Plateau, Mogollon Rim, and parts of the Navajo Nation. Expect hazardous travel conditions with snow-covered roads, reduced visibility, and gusty winds capable of bringing down tree branches.
This storm clears out just in time for the weekend as high pressure builds in, pushing Valley highs back into the 80s by Monday.
Then, another potential storm system on Tuesday could drop temperatures, increase winds, and bring more rain and snow to the state. Stay tuned for updates!
2025 Sky Harbor Official Rainfall to date: 0.03" (-1.92" from average)
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2024 Sky Harbor Official Rainfall to date: 4.54" (-2.68" from average)
Monsoon 2024 Sky Harbor Official Rainfall: 0.74" (-1.69" from average)
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Daily rainfall reports from all across the Valley can be found here.
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PHOENIX IS GETTING DRIER - LOWER RAINFALL AVERAGES NOW
Average Monsoon Rainfall in Phoenix (1981-2010): 2.71" of rain
NEW Average Monsoon Rainfall in Phoenix (1991-2020): 2.43" of rain
Average Yearly Rainfall in Phoenix (1981-2010): 8:03" of rain
NEW Average Yearly Rainfall in Phoenix (1991-2020): 7.22" of rain
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