Rain and storms expected across Arizona this week

Summarised from 2 outlets · 9 reports · Updated 24 Sept, 22:56 · Archive

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast across Arizona as fall begins, with moisture building throughout the week.

Moisture is building across Arizona this week, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms to the state as the first day of fall arrives. Storm chances are expected to continue through Thursday, with the possibility of outflow boundaries bringing gusty winds and blowing dust. The moisture is forecast to ease for the weekend before returning early next week.

How it is being reported

• Storms still possible before drying out for the weekendMoisture comes back into the area late in the weekend and early next week, for a return of the chance of showers and thunderstorms.KOLD · 24 Sept, 20:48
• More rain on the way as early morning showers, lightning hit Phoenix areaLook for storm chances throughout the morning, followed by another chance later Thursday in the afternoon and evening hours.Azfamily · 24 Sept, 14:15
• Rain, blowing dust possible across Phoenix area this weekWhile no rain is likely Wednesday, chances climb to 30 percent by this evening. There is also a chance for outflows to bring gusty winds and blowing dust.Azfamily · 23 Sept, 13:43
• History-making Hurricane Polo boosts Arizona’s monsoonal moisture through SeptemberTropical moisture will bring Arizona a few more chances for rain this week, giving one last nudge to Monsoon 2026KOLD · 23 Sept, 03:18
• Storm chances for the first day of fallMoisture builds across Southern Arizona this week, bringing scattered showers and storms to Tucson starting Tuesday as fall officially begins.KOLD · 22 Sept, 21:25
• First day of astronomical fall begins with rain chances returning to ArizonaEastern Arizona will see a chance for showers and thunderstorms Tuesday, and it’s possible the Valley sees outflow boundaries from nearby storms this evening.Azfamily · 22 Sept, 13:37
• Rain returns this week for Monsoon 2026’s last gasp!Tropical moisture will bring Arizona a few more chances for rain this week, giving one last nudge to Monsoon 2026KOLD · 22 Sept, 02:54
• Cooler temps and rain chances for the first day of fallMoisture builds across Southern Arizona this week, bringing scattered showers and storms to Tucson starting Tuesday as fall officially begins.KOLD · 21 Sept, 21:28
• More rain in Arizona? Here’s what to expect as summer comes to an endFall officially starts tomorrow, but won’t feel a whole lot different than our last day of summer.Azfamily · 21 Sept, 20:54

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