Arizona weather forecast: Above-average highs sticking around in the Valley
Morning Weather Forecast - 5/1/26
Happy Friday and hello May! We're kicking off a new month with above-average temps that will only get warmer this weekend.
PHOENIX - A warming pattern is ahead, but it won't last too long!
Friday and the Weekend:
As a quick disturbance passed over far southern Arizona, a few showers moved through the lower end of our state. The system has already begun to move eastward, where much of the Southern U.S. will experience wet weather on Friday.
With the system pulling away from us, there's now room for a weak ridge to begin building in the Southwest. The Friday forecast climbs to 91 degrees in the Valley. The ridge will help guide temperatures back to the middle 90s Saturday and Sunday. While not at a record level, it will be warmer than average.
The ridge, however, does not last long. Another area of low pressure will shift over the West Coast by Monday. This will increase winds as early as Sunday and drops temperatures beginning Monday.
Gusts are expected to hit 30-35 mph around spots like Show Low and Flagstaff. Phoenix is expecting breezy weather with gusts of 20-25 mph.
Next Week:
By Monday, the high slips to 85 degrees in Phoenix. The high drops down to 83 on Tuesday and remains in the mid-upper 80s by Wednesday. Thursday we'll return to the 90s.
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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.