Anticipate a mixed bag of weather conditions across the Southwest this week as Amy Freeze guides you through the forecasts with clear skies and welcome rains, providing crucial updates for your daily plans.

Embark on a journey through the varying climatic conditions of the Southwest with meteorologist Amy Freeze. From the clear skies of Salt Lake City to unexpected snow showers in Flagstaff, and warm trends in Phoenix, discover what makes the region tick weather-wise. Detailed temperature insights and future weather predictions help you plan your week smoothly, aware of potential showers and sunny spells. Northern Californig is experiencing light rain moving inland near Redland providing some relief to the region which is ususally dry. These showers are expected to stretch into the central valleys around Fresno and Bakersfield, with rain promising to linger for a while. In Nevada, Ely is under mostly clear skies. Cedar City in Utah is seeing some cloud cover, though the conditions remain dry at the moment. Turning to Southern California, Los Angeles and San Diego are both enjoying a break from any severe weather, with mild and dry conditions prevailing. In Arizona, Flagstaff is enveloped in colder air and there’s potential for brief snow showers as the day progresses. In contrast, Phoenix is maintaining its typical dry and clear conditions, showcasing a pleasant day ahead. In the broader picture across the region, significant weather activities are notably absent today, allowing for generally mild conditions, particularly across the desert locations like Las Vegas, which will remain dry and pleasant. Overall, the Southwest is bracing for a rather tranquil weather day, a welcome pause in contrast to more active conditions elsewhere.
As you plan your afternoon in Salt Lake City, expect sunny skies with the temperature reaching 67 degrees at 4 PM. A northwest breeze will accompany the afternoon with winds at 8 miles per hour, shifting to NNW as we approach 8 PM. Clouds gradually increase, bringing partly cloudy conditions by 6 PM with temperatures around 69 degrees, settling to 68 degrees by evening.
In California, Los Angeles is enjoying a pleasant 79 degrees, while further inland, Bakersfield and Fresno both hit 84. Las Vegas is heating up with a high of 93 degrees. Phoenix is in for a scorcher at 97 degrees, showcasing the warmer trends in the region. Meanwhile, Ely, Nevada stays cooler with a high of 73 degrees, offering a notable contrast to those higher temps. Salt Lake City checks in at a mild 70 degrees, making for a comfortable day ahead. It’s a classic warm day in the Southwest!
Flagstaff is expecting an even colder low of 39. Meanwhile, Las Vegas will remain a bit warmer at 64 degrees, but with a notable drop anticipated for the coming days. Phoenix is looking at a mild 68, making it the warmest major city in the region tonight.
In Las Vegas, anticipate a very hot day with a high reaching 95 degrees, significantly above average for this time of year. Phoenix is set to hit a blistering 100 degrees, continuing a trend of warmer than usual spring weather. Further west, Los Angeles can expect a pleasant 81 degrees, while Bakersfield heats up to 90 degrees. In the northern parts of the region, Ely will see highs around 75 degrees, with Cedar City just a bit warmer at 77 degrees. San Diego believes it’s in for a comfortable 77 degrees, while Fresno is expected to reach a warm 88 degrees. Strong high pressure is driving these above-average temperatures across the Southwest, with little chance of any drops in the coming days.
For the Southwest, expect a clear and dry weather pattern predominantly across the desert areas. However, closer to the coast, unsettled conditions loom. Northern California will see intervals of rainfall beginning late Tuesday into Wednesday, with localized heavier showers in the San Francisco Bay Area. Southern California, particularly the Inland Empire, may experience periodic rain showers and possible isolated thunderstorms. Be prepared for potentially hazardous driving conditions on slick roads, especially over elevated terrains like mountain passes.
The UV index in Salt Lake City is expected to be 6 on Wednesday and Thursday, indicating moderately strong sun exposure with a burn time of about 23 minutes in direct sunlight.