Phoenix, Arizona – Temperatures in Phoenix are expected to peak at a blistering 113°F by Thursday afternoon, triggering a summer weather alert and prompting safety concerns for anyone outdoors or traveling along major routes like I-10 or I-17.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, an Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. MST on Thursday, July 10. Residents should avoid strenuous outdoor activity, hydrate frequently, and seek air conditioning when possible. Heat-related illness can set in quickly, especially for vulnerable groups like seniors, outdoor workers, and children.
Thursday will bring the week’s hottest conditions, with highs near 113°F and wind gusts reaching 25 mph. While the mercury drops slightly by Friday, temperatures will remain dangerously high through early next week, hovering around 108°–109°F each afternoon.
Here’s your five-day outlook:
- Thursday: 113°F and sunny. Southwest winds 5–10 mph, gusts to 25 mph.
- Friday: High of 109°F. Lighter winds, mostly sunny skies.
- Saturday: 108°F and clear. Winds gusting to 20 mph.
- Sunday: Holding steady near 109°F with calm overnight lows in the mid-80s.
- Monday: Another scorcher at 109°F with minimal cloud cover.
Phoenix has now recorded multiple consecutive days above 110°F, placing extra strain on power grids, cooling systems, and emergency services. Stay informed through NWS alerts and consider visiting cooling centers if needed.
This heat pattern is expected to hold into early next week. More advisories could be issued as extreme temperatures persist.
