NWS Forecast Office Phoenix, AZ

Due to the high potential for blowing dust across portions of Pinal and Maricopa Counties, a Blowing Dust Advisory has been issued from 6 PM MST to 10 PM MST this evening. Drivers should exercise caution if traveling along I-8 and I-10 during this time period. Pull aside if you encounter dense blowing dust.

Scattered to numerous thunderstorms will form over southern and eastern Arizona Sunday afternoon sending multiple outflow boundaries into south-central Arizona. The atmosphere will be favorable for additional development of storms along and behind these boundaries impacting lower elevation communities during the late afternoon and evening. There is a marginal risk of severe weather with strong winds in excess of 60 mph, dense blowing dust, and locally heavy rainfall all possible. While storms will begin weakening Sunday evening, some impacts may continue well into western Arizona and southeast California into the overnight.

High pressure over the region will keep high temperatures near to a few degrees above normal this weekend through early next week, leading to widespread Moderate HeatRisk. Practice smart heat safety by drinking plenty of water and electrolytes and reducing your time outside during the afternoons.