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Morning Weather Forecast - 4/23/26
Near-normal temps are expected again on Thursday in the Valley.
PHOENIX - Happy Thursday! Our forecast is calling for a beautiful day ahead with mostly sunny skies, cooler temperatures and lighter winds.
What to Expect:
Today we can expect a daytime high of around 87 degrees with lighter winds. Temperatures today will be near-average. Winds will still be breezy at times across the state with windier conditions in store for the weekend.
Friday and the Weekend:
A slight warm-up is on the way for Friday as temperatures are expected to rise back into the 90s under a ridge of high pressure. The weekend will be windy yet again for the High Country as our next system will bring the return of strong winds. By Saturday, winds could be up to 45mph. There is also a chance for isolated showers and storms for the High Country this weekend.
The Valley will be mainly dry with increasing clouds for the start of the weekend. Cooler and below-average temperatures will arrive by Sunday, with the low 80s expected in the Valley!
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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.