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Protect Your Plants and Pipes: Phoenix Weather Is Taking a Chilly Turn

Phoenix residents, don’t let the daytime sun fool you—freeze warnings and dramatic temperature swings are taking over the Valley! This week, expect daytime highs ranging from the low 60s°F (16°C) to the low 70s°F (22°C), while night time lows will plummet into the mid-30s°F (around 1°C), with some areas dipping below freezing. Protect your plants, pipes, and plans as Phoenix gears up for a wild weather ride

Severe Weather Alert:

  • Freeze Warnings:
    • Friday Night through Saturday Morning: Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30°F (-1°C) expected in areas like South Mountain, Ahwatukee, and the Southeast Valley.
    • Saturday Night through Sunday Morning: A second round of freezing temperatures for areas including Central Phoenix, North Phoenix/Glendale, and Scottsdale/Paradise Valley.

Day-by-Day Forecast:

Friday, January 10:
Plenty of sunshine during the day, with a high of 62°F (17°C). Overnight, temperatures will plunge to 38°F (3°C), prompting the first freeze warning.

Saturday, January 11:
Sunny skies persist with a high of 63°F (17°C). The night will remain cold, dropping to 38°F (3°C).

Sunday, January 12:
Another sunny day with a high of 65°F (18°C). Overnight, temperatures dip to 36°F (2°C) under clear skies.

Monday, January 13:
High clouds will filter some sunlight, with a daytime high of 66°F (19°C) and a low of 39°F (4°C).

Tuesday, January 14:
Sunny and pleasant, reaching the week’s warmest high of 71°F (22°C). Night time lows will rise slightly to 44°F (7°C).

Wednesday, January 15:
Mostly sunny skies return, with a high of 69°F (21°C) and a milder low of 51°F (11°C).

Thursday, January 16:
A mix of clouds and sun with a high of 68°F (20°C). The evening will remain mild, dipping to 48°F (9°C).

Safety Tips:

  • Cover or bring sensitive plants indoors during freeze warnings.
  • Insulate outdoor pipes to prevent freezing damage.
  • Dress in layers to adapt to the sharp temperature changes between day and night.

Stay tuned for updates as Phoenix navigates this week of icy nights and sunny days

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