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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Northern Arizona residents can expect sunny skies and cool temperatures this weekend, with a chance of light rain near the Grand Canyon Saturday night. Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts should prepare for the cold morning and dress warmly to enjoy the sunny days ahead.
The high temperature in Flagstaff on Saturday will reach 52 degrees, and the overnight low will drop to 17 degrees, according to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff. The Grand Canyon region will see a chance of light rain or a flurry of snow Saturday night, with a low of 19 degrees. Winds in the region are expected to remain light, but gusts of up to 18 mph are possible in some areas.
Prescott and Camp Verde will be warmer with highs of 58 degrees and 65 degrees, respectively, but nighttime lows will still drop into the 25s to 30s. Visitors planning to hike or explore these areas should dress in layers to accommodate the wide fluctuations in temperature.
Sunday will be similar across northern Arizona, with highs expected to stay in the low 50s and sunny skies. Low temperatures Sunday night will be between 14 and 20 degrees across the region. The extended forecast for Monday and Tuesday calls for continued sunny skies with daytime highs near 52 degrees, a great start to the work week.
Drivers along Interstate 40 and Highway 89 should use caution when traveling overnight due to the potential for icy roads. For hikers and tourists heading to high altitudes, early morning temperatures can be dangerously low, so good preparation is important.
Stay tuned to the latest information from the National Weather Service to stay safe outdoors and enjoy the crisp, sunny weather this weekend.
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