Desert air feels mild at sunrise, but the heat is already lining up across the Valley. Clear skies stretch over Phoenix this morning with temperatures near 64 degrees and calm winds at Sky Harbor.
Sunshine dominates today, and highs climb quickly to 89 degrees by midafternoon. Light west winds develop later, but no clouds or rain interrupt the warming trend. Roads along I-10 and Loop 202 remain dry with excellent visibility.
The bigger headline is the surge into the 90s. Friday reaches 92 degrees under full sun. Saturday peaks near 94 degrees, making it feel more like late April than late February. Sunday holds near 93 with bright skies and light winds.
This is a strong spring tease heading into March. Afternoon hikes will feel hot, and hydration becomes important during peak heating. Car interiors will warm rapidly. Plan outdoor workouts early or after sunset.
Early next week eases slightly but stays warm. Monday reaches 87 degrees with sunshine. Tuesday dips to 83, and Wednesday settles near 85. Overnight lows remain mild in the upper 50s to lower 60s.
Long-range outlooks favor above-normal temperatures continuing through the 6–10 day window. No meaningful cold snap or storm system appears on the horizon for south-central Arizona.
If you’re feeling the early season heat, how warm is it in your neighborhood this afternoon?
Five Day Outlook for Phoenix, Arizona:
Friday: Sunny, high 92°F, low 63°F.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 94°F, low 64°F.
Sunday: Sunny, high 93°F, low 63°F.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 87°F, low 57°F.
Tuesday: Sunny, high 83°F, low 57°F.
