Desert sunshine is already flooding the Valley, and the morning air feels unusually mild for early March. Temperatures are climbing quickly through the 60s, and by midday, Phoenix will push into summerlike territory.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, skies remain sunny today with a high near 86 degrees. Winds stay light, becoming west around 5 mph this afternoon. Dry air and full sun will make it feel warm fast, especially along I-10 and Loop 101 during peak travel.
Wednesday stays hot for March standards, with highs near 85 under mostly sunny skies. Nights cool into the upper 50s, offering brief relief before the next warm afternoon.
By Thursday, temperatures ease back to near 77 degrees with continued sunshine. Friday dips further into the mid-70s. No rain is expected through the end of the workweek, keeping conditions dry across Maricopa County.
This stretch marks one of the warmest periods so far this year. Early March typically brings highs in the upper 60s to low 70s, so mid-80s readings qualify as a notable warm spell.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook suggests temperatures may trend above normal again into early next week, reinforcing steady spring warmth across central Arizona.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday morning, March 8. Arizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time, but many visitors and businesses tied to other states will adjust schedules.
Five Day Outlook for Phoenix, Arizona:
Today: Sunny, high near 86.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 85.
Thursday: Sunny, high near 77.
Friday: Sunny, high near 74.
Saturday: Sunny, high near 82.
