Phoenix Sizzles Amid Scattered Thunderstorms

Phoenix registered a high of 100°F with scattered thundershowers and a low of 83°F Friday, as residents experienced fleeting storm cells under clear skies in between downpours.

The late-monsoon season delivered brief but intense storms across the Valley of the Sun, offering a welcome break from relentless heat and underscoring ongoing flash-flood risks in urban washes.

Morning Conditions Shortly after sunrise at 6:14 a.m., skies were partly cloudy with temperatures climbing through the mid-80s. A gentle breeze from the southeast at 4 mph kept humidity around 46% early on, before southeast-moving cumulonimbus clouds signaled approaching showers.

Afternoon Showers By early afternoon, thermometers peaked at 100°F. Scattered thundershowers developed between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., producing brief downpours and isolated lightning strikes across metro Phoenix. The National Weather Service recorded a 59% chance of precipitation, with about 0.05” of rain in spots.

Evening and Overnight Outlook After sunset at 6:28 p.m., thunderstorms persisted in outlying areas. The Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport reported mostly cloudy conditions with residual storm activity and a temperature of 79°F at 11:51 p.m.. Overnight lows are expected to remain near 83°F, with muggy conditions continuing into Saturday morning.

• Wind: Light at 4-6 mph, shifting southeast to southwest
• Humidity: Peaking at 33% in the afternoon, rising overnight
• UV Index: Moderate (3) during peak sun hours

Residents should remain alert for sudden gusts and localized flash flooding as the monsoon season wanes. Continuous dry heat is forecast to return Saturday, with highs rebounding above 100°F.