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newsTuesday, July 14, 2026·2 min read

Rain Chances Throughout the Week in Phoenix

Arizona faces a highly active monsoon period with daily storm chances persisting through this week and into next week.

Expansive Arizona desert landscape featuring tall saguaro cacti under a clear blue sky.
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A highly active monsoon period is affecting Arizona, bringing daily storm chances throughout this week and into next week. High temperatures will range from 104 to 108 degrees before dropping to 99 degrees by Friday, accompanied by humid conditions and dew points between 55 and 65 degrees. Anticipated storms bring threats of strong winds, blowing dust, downpours, lightning, flooding, and potential small hail.

What happened

Arizona faces a highly active monsoon period with daily storm chances persisting through this week and into next week. High temperatures will range from 104 to 108 degrees before dropping to 99 degrees by Friday, accompanied by humid conditions and dew points between 55 and 65 degrees. Anticipated storms bring threats of strong winds, blowing dust, downpours, lightning, flooding, and potential small hail. Monday temperatures were near-normal across Arizona, and thunderstorms developed during the afternoon in the mountain terrain of Arizona. Heavy storms in northern Arizona produced several flash flood warnings, which will expire throughout the evening.

Why it matters

The storms will be possible in the Valley throughout the evening, with potential to bring strong winds and small hail. There may also be some blowing dust or a dust storm that takes shape. This pattern will continue through the weekend, with the most widespread storm activity likely happening on Thursday and Friday. Temperatures will gradually fall by the end of the week, only climbing into the low 100s in the Valley, with overnight lows in the 80s.

+ Pros
  • Potential relief from high temperatures
  • Rainfall can help with water scarcity
Cons
  • Threats of strong winds, blowing dust, downpours, lightning, flooding, and potential small hail
  • Flash flooding is likely in the mountains

How to think about it

Residents and visitors should be prepared for changing weather conditions throughout the week, with a focus on the potential for strong winds, lightning, and flash flooding.

FAQ

What are the expected high temperatures this week?+
High temperatures will range from 104 to 108 degrees before dropping to 99 degrees by Friday.
What are the threats associated with the anticipated storms?+
Anticipated storms bring threats of strong winds, blowing dust, downpours, lightning, flooding, and potential small hail.
Will the storms continue through the weekend?+
Yes, the same pattern will continue through the weekend, with the most widespread storm activity likely happening on Thursday and Friday.
Sources
  1. 01Rain chances throughout the week in Phoenix
  2. 02Arizona weather forecast: Active monsoon brings storm chances, lower temperatures
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