Phoenix's Wild Weather: Wind, Chill, and a Warm-Up

On Jan. 11, Phoenix experienced a mix of strong winds and cool temperatures. The winds were quite powerful, especially in the higher areas east of the city. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory for these regions, warning of gusts up to 50 mph. In the city itself, winds blew between 20 to 35 mph. These gusts made driving tricky, especially for larger vehicles. People were advised to secure outdoor items to prevent them from blowing away.The day started off chilly, but it didn't stay that way. By afternoon, temperatures rose a bit. The highs reached the mid-60s in the lower deserts, while higher areas stayed cooler. This was a welcome change from Jan. 10, which had been the coldest day of the winter so far. The week ahead promised warmer days. By midweek, temperatures could hit the low to mid-70s. By the end of the week, some desert areas might even reach near 80 degrees. Overnight lows would also get warmer, starting in the 40s and climbing to near 50 degrees by Friday. Despite the wind and chill, the weather was dry and clear. No rain was expected, which is typical for Phoenix in January. The warm-up was a relief after the cold start to the week.