Arizona weather forecast: Highs will climb back into the 90s this weekend in Phoenix
Morning Weather Forecast - 4/17/26
Happy Friday! Highs in the Valley will be right around normal, but a big warm-up is happening this weekend.
PHOENIX - We're in store for a weekend warm up!
Friday and the Weekend:
The forecast high caps at 86 degrees in Phoenix today, thanks to the moderating effect of a passing cold front. The average high this time of year is 86 in Phoenix – making this a perfectly normal day. It will be sunny across the state on Friday and Saturday, too.
The forecast high begins to climb over the weekend as a ridge of warmth builds up. The high temperature reaches 91 on Saturday and 96 by Sunday. Both days will begin comfortably, in the 60s for morning lows. Some clouds will begin to build on Sunday and winds will increase, too. In Phoenix, it turns breezy with gusts of 20-25 mph on Sunday.
Looking Ahead:
Next week, the forecast high remains warm in the middle 90s on Monday and Tuesday. By Wednesday, the forecast high will start to slip back into the 80s with some low shower chances for northern Arizona by the following weekend.
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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.