Scattered Showers Developed Across Phoenix Area
Morning rain impacted roadways throughout the West Valley and downtown areas on Thursday.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Current Conditions
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Scattered rain showers developed across the Phoenix area on Thursday morning, leaving wet roadways in parts of the West Valley. Observers recorded slick conditions in Buckeye and south of South Mountain before 6:30 a.m.
Why it matters
Moisture and cloud movement triggered the brief storm activity across the region. A shift toward dry air is expected to clear these conditions by the evening hours.
Showers moved through the West Valley and downtown Phoenix on Thursday morning. Meteorologists anticipate that incoming dry air will bring an end to rain chances by this evening.
The details
Rain showers impacted parts of the metropolitan region, including Buckeye and areas near South Mountain, following a period of moisture movement. While some storm activity persists across central and southern Arizona, the Phoenix area is trending toward drying out.
Timeline
Before 6:30 a.m. Thursday: Wet roadways observed in Buckeye and South Mountain.
Thursday morning: Scattered showers developed in the Phoenix area.
Thursday evening: Rain chances are expected to end.
Friday and Saturday: Dry conditions are expected for the region.
Sunday and Monday: Potential return of rain chances due to moisture.
Seasonal Patterns
This weather event follows the pattern set by the National Weather Service's monsoon moisture trends that historically dictate precipitation for the desert southwest. The arrival and departure of these systems remain a defining feature of the regional climate cycle.
Drivers should exercise caution on roadways that may remain slick during the morning hours. Residents should monitor for updates as rain chances may fluctuate through the start of the coming week.
The takeaway
Expect dry conditions to return to the Phoenix area for the end of the work week. Travelers should prepare for a potential shift back to wetter weather patterns starting this Sunday.
Further reading
For more information on local weather trends, visit Current Conditions.
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