Warning: Flagstaff Faces Hazardous Friday Morning Conditions Before Weekend Warm-Up

Residents should prepare for a hazardous Friday morning as freezing fog and black ice are expected to create dangerous travel conditions. However, the outlook improves significantly with sunny skies and milder temperatures anticipated throughout the weekend.

Friday, January 31:

• Morning: Anticipate freezing fog leading to black ice on roadways, making travel treacherous.
• Afternoon: Conditions will improve to sunny to partly cloudy skies.
• High: Approximately 54°F (12°C)
• Low: Around 23°F (-5°C)

Saturday, February 1:

• Conditions: Sun through high clouds; becoming breezy in the afternoon.
• High: Near 55°F (13°C)
• Low: About 33°F (1°C)

Sunday, February 2:

• Conditions: Sunny and mild, providing a pleasant end to the weekend.
• High: Around 57°F (14°C)
• Low: Approximately 35°F (2°C)

Safety Recommendations:

• Morning Travel: If you must travel on Friday morning, exercise extreme caution due to potential black ice. Consider delaying travel until conditions improve.
• Stay Informed: Monitor local weather updates for the latest information on changing conditions.
• Prepare for Temperature Variations: Dress in layers to accommodate the shift from cold mornings to milder afternoons.

Flagstaff residents are advised to remain vigilant during the early hours of Friday but can look forward to a pleasant and sunny weekend ahead.