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Evening Weather Forecast - 8/5/25
We're experiencing a scorching hot stretch of temps this week.
PHOENIX - Extreme Heat Warnings remain in effect across the deserts and mountains of southern Arizona until Friday, as temperatures soar to around 105 to 118 degrees.
What we know:
Mohave County, including the Colorado River Valley, will be under a warning from 10 a.m. Wednesday to 8 p.m. Thursday.
Spots along the Mogollon Rim, like Payson, Strawberry, Camp Verde and Cottonwood will be added to the warning from 12 p.m. Wednesday to 8 p.m. Friday.
Why you should care:
It is important to heed the warnings, because heat exhaustion and heat stroke can impact you when you least expect it, and even if you think you are prepared.
Tomorrow:
Record high and low temperatures are expected on Wednesday and Thursday across the state.
The Valley will fall to around 90 degrees by Wednesday morning, and climb back to 116 degrees by Wednesday afternoon.
Rest Of The Week:
Thursday morning will be around 91 degrees, with a daytime high of 117 degrees. Temperatures will start to cool down a bit this weekend and next week.
Winds will stay breezy each afternoon through Saturday, calming more Sunday through early next week. Daily isolated showers and thunderstorms are expected along the Rim, White Mountains and even southeast AZ on Wednesday through the weekend.
The wettest days look to be Saturday and Sunday. The Valley will likely stay dry, but there could be an overnight shower with gusty winds on Wednesday night.
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Morning Weather Forecast - 8/5/25
Tuesday will be warmer in the Valley with a high near 113 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)
- az511.com