High pressure continues to build across the area with winds becoming light and variable through 500 mb. The anticipated monsoonal moisture is still further south of the area well within Arizona, with a distinct line of moisture to the east of the Rocky Mountains. Moisture is expected to arrive in the area by as early as Sunday evening, but the timing is still unclear, as well as the amount of moisture during this first surge.
Over Development & Precip
There is no chance for deep cumulus development or precip.
Winds 11 AM
| Height | Direction | Speed | Notes |
| Surface | S | 5-10 mph | W to NW winds north of Richfield near I-70 later |
| 6000 ft | lv | ||
| 9000 ft | lv | ||
| 12000 ft | SSW | 3-5 mph | |
| 15000 ft | SSW | 3-5 mph | |
| 18000 ft | SW | 5-10 mph |
Morning SW winds will continue to lighten with winds at launch primarily driven by upslope flow as the day heats. Expect to find wind near ridge tops variable and erratic while valley wind will likely help the upper flow move in the normal diurnal directions.
Lift Potential & Clouds
- Cumulus clouds: scarce, with only few over the highest peaks mid day.
- Top of lift: estimated at around 15,000 to 16,000 ft over the higher terrain, with valley climbs up to 14k.
- Cloud cover: clear skies
XC Skies 3 day Trends
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