Phoenix-area temperatures are expected to reach the low 80s this weekend, staying well above the seasonal average.

Wind gusts could hit 20 to 30 mph at times in western Arizona and southeast California, while Phoenix and central Arizona will see lighter northerly breezes. That northerly flow will dry out the air, with afternoon humidity dropping into the teens.

Dry, quiet and warm weather conditions are expected for the end of this week and into the weekend for most of Arizona.

Wednesday was a mild and cloudy day across Arizona. Temperatures warmed up several degrees in northern Arizona today, and the Valley saw a climb of one degree.

A winter storm is moving into Arizona! With rain and snow likely impacting road travel and outdoor activities, Friday and Saturday are ABC15 Weather Action Days.

Both Friday and Saturday are First Alert Weather Days. Rain chances are currently near 20% for Friday, 40% for Friday night, 50% for Saturday and 20% for Saturday night. The best chance for widespread and measurable rain is Friday night into Saturday morning.

Thursday started off with cloudy skies, but the skies cleared throughout the day, and temperatures climbed into the low-mid 70s in the Valley.