Phoenix greets the new day with clear skies and sunshine, while unexpected weather like snow flurries in Flagstaff and rains in California create a picturesque yet varied landscape across the Southwest.

Good morning from Phoenix! As your trusted meteorologist, Amy Freeze here with all the details you need for the Southwest region’s weather today. Enjoy clear skies in Phoenix while preparing for mixed conditions including snow flurries in Flagstaff and widespread rains in California. With constant updates and expert insights, stay informed and ready to tackle the day with confidence. Catch all the details on [our blog](https://amyfreeze.ai/southwest-weather-update-amy-freeze).
The radar shows a captivating mix of weather across the Southwest region. Along the Central California coastline, rain is making its way inland, a refreshing change for regions like Redding and San Francisco. This system is delivering rain to the central valleys and snow to the Sierra Nevada mountains, providing a winter touch to higher elevations. Reno and Ely are experiencing relatively clear conditions, allowing for dry travel through the region. While Las Vegas and Phoenix enjoy mild weather with clear skies, Flagstaff sees a chance for some light snow flurries, adding a chill in the air. Los Angeles and San Diego are experiencing mainly dry conditions, with only a hint of drizzle potentially skirting the coastline.
Phoenix will start the morning with clear skies and temperatures at 59 degrees around 7 AM, accompanied by an easterly wind at 5 miles per hour. By 9 AM, conditions remain sunny, holding steady at 59 degrees with a slight breeze from the east at 6 miles per hour. Approaching 11 AM, expect plenty of sunshine as temperatures rise to 68 degrees, with the wind shifting to the east-southeast at 6 miles per hour.
Here’s the regional high temperature rundown for the Southwest this Tuesday: In Phoenix, temperatures soar to a warm 88 degrees, well above the average for this time of year. Las Vegas will feel the heat with a high of 86 degrees, also above normal for early April. Cedar City will enjoy slightly cooler temps at 66 degrees, which is more mild for the region. In Southern California, Los Angeles is looking at a pleasant 72 degrees, while San Diego also stays in the same range at 72 degrees. Fresno is warm with a high of 79 degrees, and Bakersfield will see temperatures rising to 82 degrees. Overall, the Southwest is experiencing a significant warm-up, fueled by high pressure dominating the region.
For the Southwest tomorrow, a significant weather system will impact the region. Expect moderate to heavy rainfall spanning Northern California, impacting areas like Sacramento with bouts of valley rain. The San Bernardino Valley may experience heavy showers and slick road conditions, creating challenging travel scenarios over mountain passes. Temperatures will trend cooler due to this system, particularly in areas affected by precipitation.
Phoenix is set to experience a very high UV index of 8 for both Monday and Tuesday. With direct sun exposure, the burn time is approximately 17 minutes.
For the Phoenix 7 Day Outlook: Sunday: Expect clear skies with a warm high of 88 degrees and a low around 61 degrees. Monday: A sunny day awaits, warming up to 93 degrees, cooling to a low of 65 degrees at night. Tuesday: Clear conditions continue, with a high climbing to 97 degrees and a cool overnight low of 67 degrees. Wednesday: Another clear and hot day, reaching up to 100 degrees during the day and 68 degrees at night. Thursday: Mostly sunny skies with temperatures peaking at 102 degrees, dipping to 70 degrees overnight. Friday: The skies turn partly cloudy with a high reaching 101 degrees and a low of 69 degrees. Saturday: Another warm day is on the horizon with clear skies, a high of 97 degrees, and a low of 69 degrees. Enjoy the sunshine!