Mild Thanksgiving ahead for Arizona

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Sunny and warmer conditions are expected today in the Valley with a forecast high of 77 degrees this afternoon. That’s five degrees above normal for this time of year in Phoenix.

Thanksgiving will be a mild one across Arizona this year, thanks to a ridge of high pressure parked right over the Southwest. Above-average temperatures and light winds can be expected statewide. Phoenix morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s will climb to 77 degrees Thursday afternoon.

Clouds are expected to stream into the state on Thursday, but no rain is expected. A stronger storm system is still on tap for the weekend, but the latest models are trending farther north with most of the rain and snow.

The Valley has about a 20% chance for showers, mainly late Sunday and early Monday. Light snow and rain is also possible Sunday and Monday in the high country. Be sure to check the latest forecast before you travel Sunday.

Next week looks slightly cooler in the wake of that storm. Monday and Tuesday look to bring highs in the upper 60s. We’re watching for the possibility of a stronger storm that could bring more weather impacts toward the end of next week. We’ll keep you posted as we know more.

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