Mild conditions for the rest of the work week

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY-TV) - High pressure builds into our region which is bringing the Desert Southwest drier and warmer weather.

And today marks the 5th day with above-normal temperatures in a row here in Yuma, as we hit a high a few degrees warmer for today's date.

An unsettled pattern will enter the picture during the latter half of the weekend, bringing a series of storm systems to move through the region.

The next active weather pattern is expected to bring the Desert Southwest cooler temperatures, breezier conditions, and multiple days with rain opportunities.

An increase in moisture will arrive Saturday morning, and we could experience some light sprinkles.

Mainly tracking the chances for heavier rain beginning Saturday night, and will linger into the start of next week.

DROUGHT UPDATE: In the first 2 weeks of 2023 most of the state received above-normal precipitation, allowing significant improvement with our short-term drought across the state of Arizona.

Learn more about our drought conditions here.