Arizona weather forecast: Enjoy the 80s before triple-digit heat hits
Storms in Northern Arizona, high heat for Phoenix
We're tracking incoming cloud cover and the upcoming jump to 106-degree weather in Phoenix.
PHOENIX - Arizona is currently experiencing a beautiful stretch of spring weather with sunshine across the state from Flagstaff to downtown Phoenix. While Arizona enjoys clear skies, neighboring New Mexico is facing much more active weather involving chilly temperatures, wind, and lightning.
This weekend:
Cloud cover is expected to move into the northern part of the state through Sunday afternoon, bringing a chance of showers. This cloud cover will return on Monday, keeping Phoenix temperatures in the 80s and providing a brief window of comfortable weather before a significant warm-up begins. Residents are encouraged to enjoy outdoor activities in the morning or evening as daytime highs in the Valley reach the mid-90s.
The week ahead:
The forecast shows a steady climb in temperatures as the week progresses, leading to the first triple-digit heat of the season. While Tuesday may dip to 79 degrees, the heat returns quickly with Friday hitting 101 degrees. By next Monday, temperatures are expected to reach as high as 106 degrees.
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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.