Arizona weather forecast: More record-breaking highs expected in Phoenix
Morning Weather Forecast - 3/24/26
More record-breaking temps are expected on Tuesday in the Valley, with highs near triple digits.
PHOENIX - Our hot streak continues this week.
So far, there have been six records in a row, including reaching 105 degrees on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of last week. There are an additional five days ahead where we'll likely break records. This will complete an 11-day stretch of consecutive records set.
This Week:
Our ridge of high pressure has begun to shift over the Southwest. As a result, the afternoon high temperature will remain in triple digit territory today and the rest of the week. However, the ridge is not as strong as last week, and will not reach up to 105 again.
The high is forecast to hit 100 in Phoenix on Tuesday. It will be mostly sunny and dry. Windy will turn a touch breezy in northern Arizona, too. By Wednesday, the high returns to 101 degrees and reaches 102 degrees by Thursday and Friday.
Starting This Weekend:
A slightly more mild push of air will approach from the West. At the same time, the ridge of high pressure will start to slip southeastward. As this happens, the clockwise winds around the dome will guide moisture from the south of Arizona up and into our state. This will help bring down our temperatures, gradually.
Highs slip back into the 90s over the weekend and 80s are possible by next week. In addition, some moisture will finally reach into the state. At least a few scattered showers are possible starting Sunday and lasting into Monday. It will turn partly to mostly cloudy as well, and those more pleasant sky conditions will continue through next week.
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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.
Preventing heat exhaustion/heat stroke
The Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:
- Stay in air-conditioned buildings.
- Find a cooling center/hydration station.
- Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day (mid-day).
- Check on at-risk friends, family, and neighbors at least twice a day.
- Drink water before, during, and after working or exercising outside.
- Check the UV Index.
- Check the heat risk map.
Road Conditions
- Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623)
- az511.com
The Source: Information for this article was gathered by the FOX 10 Weather Experts.