Meteorologist Amy Freeze details the latest weather trends in the Southwest, highlighting the clear skies in Phoenix and snow in the higher elevations. Tune in for a detailed forecast and tips!

Phoenix Evening News – 04/01/2025 Meteorologist Amy Freeze here with your comprehensive weather update for the Southwest. Tonight, Phoenix delights with starry skies, while regions from Redding to San Francisco welcome refreshing rain. Higher elevations see picturesque snowfalls, creating a beautiful yet challenging landscape. Stay tuned as we navigate through the varying temperatures and prepare for potential weather shifts. For a detailed 7-day forecast and more, visit our blog at https://amyfreeze.ai/.
On the Regional Radar, rain is pushing inland from the Pacific Ocean to Northern California, delivering showers from Redding down to San Francisco, which offers a refreshing reprieve from the dry conditions. Central California, around Fresno and Bakersfield, is also experiencing rain as it moves farther inland. As we look to the higher elevations, snow is making an appearance around Salt Lake City, Ely, and Cedar City, offering a wintry scene particularly in the mountain passes. Flagstaff is under a chill with the potential for some light snow showers. Most of Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego, remains dry with only light drizzle expected. Las Vegas enjoys clear skies and dry conditions as well.
For this evening in Phoenix, anticipate partly cloudy skies with temperatures moving from 71 degrees at 8 PM to 64 degrees by midnight. Winds come from the west at 16 miles per hour initially, easing to 9 miles per hour from the west-southwest as the night progresses. It’s a mostly clear night on the horizon as temperatures gradually cool.
Tonight in the Southwest, we’re tracking a significant drop in temperatures. Ely will see a frigid low of 21 degrees, while Flagstaff isn’t far behind with a brisk 22. Las Vegas will cool down to 43 degrees, and Phoenix will wrap up the day with a low of 49 degrees. Over in Cedar City, expect a chilly 25 degrees. Los Angeles will remain mild at 45 degrees. As we head into the overnight hours, prepare for a cold night across the region.
For tomorrow’s high temperatures in the Southwest region, we’re seeing some significant variability. In Southern California, a mild day ahead: Los Angeles will warm up to 64 degrees, while San Diego is expected to reach 60 degrees. Inland, Bakersfield and Fresno both see highs around 61 degrees. Moving north, San Francisco will experience a cooler day with temperatures just hitting 59 degrees. In stark contrast, Las Vegas will enjoy a warmer day with a high of 57 degrees, which is closer to seasonal averages, while Ely, Nevada stays chilly at only 37 degrees.
On the Southwest futurecast, a robust weather pattern takes shape. Expect moderate to heavy rain in Northern California, with potential flooding in lower valleys through Wednesday. Coastal regions from San Francisco to Los Angeles experience scattered showers, impacting evening commute times with slick roads and reduced visibility. A cold front advances through Southern California, bringing a risk of isolated thunderstorms. Prepare for windy conditions along the coast.
Expect high UV exposure in Phoenix! On Tuesday, the UV index climbs to 8, with a fast burn time of just 17 minutes in direct sunlight. Shield yourself with sunscreen and hats! The UV index moderates slightly on Wednesday to a 6.
For the 7-day forecast in Phoenix: Tuesday: Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 75 and a low of 52 degrees. Wednesday: The weather cools down slightly under mostly sunny conditions, reaching a high of 65 and a low of 49 degrees. Thursday: Mostly cloudy skies with temperatures climbing to a high of 71 and a low of 56 degrees. Friday: A consistent forecast continues with a high of 71 and a low of 54, under mostly cloudy skies. Saturday: A break in the clouds, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures reaching 78 during the day and cooling down to 57 at night. Sunday: Clear skies and warmer temperatures with a high of 82 and a low of 58 degrees. Monday: The temperatures keep climbing under mostly clear skies, with a high of 86 and a low of 60 degrees. Enjoy the beautiful weather ahead!