Arizona weather forecast: Hot weekend expected for Phoenix
Arizona to start seeing average 100-degree highs ahead of June
Highs just barely missed the triple digits in the Valley for Sunday, but the summer heat is approaching. FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has more on our near-normal temps this week, which surpasses 100 degrees.
PHOENIX - Triple digits will dominate the forecast as we officially head into June!
Upcoming Weather:
Monday will start sunny with a low of 73 degrees in Phoenix. High clouds will move into the state during the afternoon, making for partly cloudy conditions to end the day. Temperatures will climb to around 103 degrees in the Valley.
Temperatures will keep climbing through mid-week, warming as high as 106 on Wednesday and Thursday, before cooling back down a few degrees through the weekend. 100s are in the Valley forecast for the foreseeable future.
The Valley will remain dry all week. Isolated showers and thunderstorms will be possible in the White Mountains on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. No major wind is in store for the high country this week, but the Colorado River Valley in western Arizona will be a bit breezy on Thursday and Friday.
The Weekend:
Sunday was a warmer day across Arizona, but temperatures managed to stay under 100 degrees in Phoenix! Phoenix hit 99 degrees, but temperatures will break through the 100s on Monday for our first day of meteorological summer.
Triple digits sneaking into Arizona this weekend
Saturday's weather continued our trend for below average temperatures for the end of May. But get ready, the triple digits are returning Sunday.
Saturday was a beautiful start to the weekend with warming temperatures through next week. Phoenix hit a high of 92 degrees, which is 8 degrees above average.
On Saturday night, a low of around 71 degrees is expected under clear skies.
Hot weekend expected for the Phoenix area
Parts of the state were under a Wind Advisory on Friday. Meanwhile, we are expecting a return to triple-digit temperatures this weekend for the Valley.
Phoenix hit a high of 86 degrees Friday with the normal temperature sitting at 99 degrees. Windy conditions continued Friday in the High County with Red Flag Warnings and Wind Advisories expiring.
The low pressure responsible for bringing cooler temperatures, isolated showers/storms along northern Arizona and strong winds will move northeast. This will allow for a ridge of high pressure to form, bringing warmer temperatures for the weekend.
Looking Ahead:
By next week, the high reaches 104 on Monday and 105 on Tuesday. It will remain generally dry around much of the state to kick off next week.
Temperatures will be warmest by the middle of next week, with Wednesday looking at a high of around 106 degrees. This will then be followed by a slight drop in temperatures by next 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.