Arizona — Heat shimmers off pavement, and the desert air feels dry and already warming fast. The sun wastes no time taking control.
Temperatures surge into the low 90s this afternoon in Phoenix, pushing well above seasonal norms.
This is a quick jump into summer-like conditions.
Skies stay mostly clear, allowing full sunshine to heat roads, rooftops, and open desert areas. Winds remain light, so that heat lingers longer through the day.
Plan for the heat now.
If you’re heading out, hydration is key. Surfaces like asphalt and sidewalks will feel much hotter than the air temperature.
Even driving can feel different.
Glare and rising cabin temperatures will impact drivers along Loop 101 and I-10, especially during peak afternoon hours.
The heat eases slightly into the weekend.
Saturday drops back into the upper 80s, with sunny skies continuing. It will still feel warm, but slightly more manageable.
Sunday trends a bit cooler.
Highs settle into the mid-80s under mostly sunny skies. The pattern stays dry and stable, with no major disruptions expected.
But changes may be on the horizon.
Meteorologists are tracking a weak system that could introduce a slight chance of showers or even a stray thunderstorm early next week, though coverage remains limited.
Monday reflects that shift.
Temperatures fall into the upper 70s, with a small chance of showers developing late. Most areas stay dry, but clouds may increase slightly.
By midweek, the warmth rebounds.
Highs return to the upper 80s with mostly sunny skies dominating again across the Valley.
5-Day Outlook for Phoenix, Arizona:
Today: Sunny, high near 93°F
Tonight: Clear, low near 67°F
Saturday: Sunny, high near 88°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 77°F, slight storm chance
