Arizona weather forecast: Warmer temperatures on the way for Phoenix
Evening Weather Forecast - 4/15/26
We're expecting another round of warmer weather this weekend, with temperatures expected to exceed 95F on Sunday.
PHOENIX - Wednesday was a mostly sunny, calmer and warmer day across Arizona. Temperatures climbed to 86 degrees in Phoenix, which is right on average!
Tonight:
Clouds will move into Arizona overnight, and temperatures will fall to around 63 degrees.
Tomorrow:
Thursday will be a mostly cloudy day, with more peaks of sunshine during the afternoon and evening.
Temperatures will warm to around 88 degrees in Phoenix. Winds will be breezy across the state, with 10 to 20 mph wind gusts in the Valley, and 20 to 40 mph wind gusts in northern Arizona.
Looking Further Ahead:
The winds will die down for most of the state on Friday, but the Colorado River Valley along the western state line will stay gusty. Spots like Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City will see wind gusts of 30 to 50 mph during the morning and midday. Winds will lighten a bit during by evening.
Temperatures will heat up across Arizona this weekend. The Valley will see temperatures return to the 90s for a few days.
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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)
The Source: Information for this article was gathered by the FOX 10 Weather Experts.