Arizona weather forecast: Warmer weekend brings gusty winds, near-100-degree heat

Temperatures remain above average through the week ahead of cooling trend

Arizona temperatures hit 99 degrees on Sunday, as gusty winds continue across Maricopa and Pinal counties before calmer conditions move in later this week. FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has more on the warm week ahead.

PHOENIX - After an active and cooler start to the week, temperatures will turn warmer and winds will get stronger. A ridge of high pressure is expected to bring warmer temperatures for the weekend.

Sunday into Monday:

Sunday was a windy day in the Valley and breezy across the state. Wind gusts peaked at 38 mph at Phoenix Sky Harbor. Temperatures were warmer than normal, with a high of 99 degrees in Phoenix.

Winds will lighten throughout the evening, but Monday will start with breezy winds again in Maricopa and Pinal counties. The winds will lighten by afternoon, and they will stay lighter throughout the week ahead.

Temperatures will fall to 79 degrees Sunday night, before warming to around 99 degrees on Monday in the Valley.

Looking Further Ahead:

Temperatures will be six to ten degrees warmer-than-normal all week, reaching triple digits in the Valley during the second half of the work week. Skies will be sunny all week in the Valley with no chances for rain.

A disturbance will cross through the Four Corners Tuesday through Wednesday, bringing isolated showers and storms to northern Arizona Tuesday afternoon and evening, and far eastern Arizona on Wednesday afternoon and evening.

Saturday:

It was a warm and breezy start to the weekend with warmer temperatures on the way. The first weekend of October kicked off with above-average temperatures.

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Phoenix hit a high of 97 degrees, which is 3 degrees above normal. Saturday night will drop into the 70s under clear skies.

Phoenix weather warmup expected through weekend

Temperatures will continue rising slightly above average before reaching near triple digits on Sunday.

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The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.

What are Heat Emergencies?

Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle cramps

Heat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, Cool/moist skin

Heat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse (shock), seizures, unconscious

What to do

Get person into shade or cool location.
Cool person with cool, wet cloths (neck, groin, armpits, head) and fan body.
Sip cool water if person is alert.
For muscle cramps, massage muscles gently, but firmly until relaxed.
*If symptoms worsen, call 911.

What not to do

Do not give anything by mouth if person is vomiting, unable to swallow or unconscious.
Do not underestimate the seriousness of a heat emergency.
Prevention/Preparation for hike/exercise in heat.

Know your limitations

Hydrate (begins day prior to hike/exercise, hour before hike, during and after).
Wear proper clothing, lightweight and light color, protect head, proper shoes.
Always carry a cell phone and best to hike with company.
Always tell someone where you are hiking and when to plan to return.