Through flagstaff and rain

Seventy and rain during the ride.  Rain is not bad because I can cover with rain gear.  When there is thunder, I head for cover.  The headwind also messes with the glasses and sometimes foggy lens.  Rainy days  can be a good time to do a rest day.  If you are in a city you can do some sight seeing. I am ahead of schedule and I do not need to be  in a hurry.  

Rain gear can keep you dry, but it may be too hot. You may get too wet inside if the material does not breathe. Nice bright colors help you to be seen.

Lights help you to be seen. I have had good luck with ponchos. They cut the breeze and they are not so air tight.

A rain jacket was fine later. That kept the upper body warm.