Phoenix, Ariz. – The late-summer heat is back in full swing across central Arizona, with Phoenix expected to top 100 degrees Friday and continue climbing through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, highs will reach 100° Friday, dip slightly into the upper 90s on Saturday, then rise again with 99° Sunday and 101° by Monday afternoon. Overnight lows will hover in the mid to upper 70s, offering little relief from the daytime heat.
Residents across Maricopa County, including Glendale, Tempe, and Scottsdale, should prepare for extended exposure to hot, dry conditions. Light afternoon breezes will provide minimal cooling, and forecasters warn that heat stress can build quickly without proper hydration.
Travelers on Interstate 10 and Loop 101 may notice shimmering pavement during peak afternoon hours, with surface temperatures significantly hotter than the air. Officials urge drivers to carry extra water, avoid leaving children or pets inside vehicles, and limit outdoor work during midday.
This stretch of dry, sunny weather will hold until at least midweek, with only a slim chance of thunderstorms returning by Thursday. Heat precautions remain critical as Phoenix pushes into another stretch of triple-digit afternoons.
Five Day Forecast for Phoenix, AZ
- Friday: Sunny, high near 100°, low around 75°
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 96°, low around 73°
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 99°, low around 76°
- Monday: Sunny, high near 101°, low around 79°
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 102°
