Arizona wakes up under clear skies and crisp air, with sunlight already warming pavement and rooftops across the Valley. By midday, jackets come off fast as temperatures surge, a sharp reminder of February’s daily temperature swings.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, highs climb to the mid-80s today, with light northeast winds turning easterly by morning. Dry air dominates, keeping visibility high and roads clear across central Arizona.
Across metro Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Mesa, the warmth peaks during the afternoon commute. Sidewalks heat quickly, but the drop after sunset comes just as fast. Lows fall into the mid-50s tonight, creating cool conditions for early drivers and outdoor plans.
Thursday brings increasing clouds and slightly lower highs near 80. The pattern stays dry, but the filtered sun may make the day feel cooler despite similar readings. By Friday, sunshine returns, and highs rebound into the lower 80s with calm winds, keeping travel impacts minimal across I-10 and Loop 101.
The weekend stays quiet and bright. Saturday and Sunday both trend sunny with highs near 80 to low 80s. Nighttime temperatures remain cool, and while no rain is expected, rapid cooling after sunset could lead to slick spots where irrigation runoff lingers before dawn.
Looking ahead, early next week holds steady warmth, then a broader warming trend emerges in the 6–10 day window. Signs point to above-normal temperatures by late next week, hinting at early spring vibes. Heading out later today or traveling this weekend? How warm did it feel in your neighborhood?
Five-Day Outlook for Phoenix, Arizona
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 85°, light east wind
- Thursday: Increasing clouds, high near 80°
- Friday: Sunny, high near 81°
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 80°
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 82°
