Arizona weather forecast: Cooler temperatures, high winds precede holiday heat
Hot July 4th weekend expected for Phoenix
It's going to be a rather hot 4th of July weekend for people in the Valley, and next week is no better. However, temperatures are expected to remain mild before then.
PHOENIX - Tuesday was a cooler-than-normal day in the Valley, with a high temperature of 102 degrees. The winds were generally light in the Valley, but remained breezy in the High Country.
Local perspective:
Red flag warnings continue until 7 p.m. for the Mogollon Rim and adjacent Colorado Plateau. While there will not be red flag warnings on Wednesday or the rest of the week, fire danger will still be elevated, due to dry conditions and low relative humidity.
Air quality alerts are in effect through Wednesday evening for Maricopa County, including the Valley, and the Flagstaff, Munds Park and Williams areas, due to high levels of ozone, and wildfire smoke. Limit time outdoors, especially for children, the elderly and anyone with respiratory health issues.
Big picture view:
Temperatures will stay cooler-than-normal for a few more days! Tuesday night will be mild in the Valley, with a low of 76 degrees.
Wednesday will reach 102 in Phoenix.
Temperatures will gradually warm up through the weekend. We will see near-normal temperatures on the Fourth of July, with a high of around 107 degrees in Phoenix.
Temperatures will return to the 110s next week, and monsoon moisture will likely return to the state.
Morning Weather Forecast - 6/30/26
Temps in the Valley remain below normal on the last day of June. The high in Phoenix will be about 102 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, and from the National Weather Service.