Phoenix is forecast to be dry, chilly for New Year’s Eve celebrants

People across Arizona can expect to ring in the new year with clear skies and chilly temperatures.

In the Phoenix area, Tuesday should be a bit warmer than Monday with an expected high of 62 degrees and a low of 43 degrees, according to the National Weather Service Phoenix.

Southeast Arizona can expect belownormal high temperatures and chilly mornings all week, according to the Weather Service’s Tucson office.

And northern Arizona can expect chilly temps, light wind and clear skies for New Year’s Eve, with the the lowest temperature forecast for midnight on New Year’s Day in Flagstaff, where it is expected to be just 15 degrees as the pine cone drops outside the Weatherford Hotel.

While it’s not expected to snow or rain across Arizona on New Year’s Eve, many northern Arizona cities still have snow on the ground from storms throughout last week.

Roads were open to the Grand Canyon, although Grand Canyon National Park tweeted that visitors should “slow down as you drive over icy patches & expect intense holiday traffic this week.”

As always, check az511.gov or follow the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Twitter account to keep up to date on the latest road conditions. And don’t be afraid to just stay home until it’s safe enough to be on the highway. When you set out, use these winter driving tips for safety.

Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff has gotten more than 3 feet of snow in the past week and on Monday reported it had a base depth of 58 inches of snow and all 48 trails were open.

NWS on Monday reported that the San Francisco Peaks should be mostly sunny and clear on Tuesday.

Arizona Nordic Village near Flagstaff is open for skiing and snowshoeing on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Sunrise Park Resort in the White Mountains reported Monday that it had gotten 39 inches of snow in the last week and all three peaks and six lifts were open.

The park is inviting guests to go skiing and snowboarding in formal wear such as tuxedos and gowns on New Year’s Day, with prizes for the best dressed.

No-burn day in Maricopa County

Maricopa County Air Quality Department issued a high pollution advisory for Maricopa County for today, so people who are sensitive to air quality should limit outdoor activity.

The county’s small particulate matter, also known as PM 2.5, is expected to exceed the federal health standard, said Bob Huhn, a spokesperson for the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. The main factor is the use of fireworks, he said.

The high-pollution advisory also means it’s a no-burn day, so people in Maricopa County should not burn wood in fireplaces or fire pits during the day or evening.

The department also issued an air quality alert for Santa Cruz County.