Scattered Showers Hit Phoenix Valley

Thunderstorm warnings issued for nearby areas as rain sweeps through the region.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 1:11am

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Scattered showers moved through parts of the Phoenix Valley on Monday evening, with the National Weather Service issuing thunderstorm warnings for nearby areas like Globe, Miami, and Claypool. While the Phoenix metro area did not receive any severe weather, the rain comes ahead of a potentially "historic" heat wave expected to bring lower to mid-90s temperatures starting on Thursday.

Why it matters

Sudden weather changes and extreme heat can significantly impact daily life and transportation in the Phoenix area, making timely weather updates and forecasts important for residents.

The details

The National Weather Service's radar showed the rain moving into parts of the East and West Valley around 5:15 pm on Monday. While the Phoenix metro area did not receive any severe weather, the NWS did issue thunderstorm warnings for nearby towns like Globe, Miami, and Claypool due to the storms.

  • The rain moved into parts of the East and West Valley around 5:15 pm on Monday, March 10, 2026.
  • Thunderstorm warnings were issued by the NWS for Globe, Miami, and Claypool on Monday evening.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather-related warnings and advisories.

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What’s next

The Phoenix area is expected to experience a potentially "historic" heat wave starting on Thursday, with highs in the lower to mid-90s forecast.

The takeaway

Sudden weather changes, including scattered showers and the upcoming heat wave, underscore the importance of staying informed on local weather conditions and forecasts for residents of the Phoenix Valley.