Phoenix, Arizona – Summerlike heat is barreling into the Valley by midweek, as Phoenix prepares for highs reaching 102°F by Friday afternoon. The National Weather Service warns that temperatures will climb steadily starting Wednesday, triggering early-season heat concerns for outdoor workers, hikers, and vulnerable residents.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, skies will stay sunny from Wednesday through Sunday, with Thursday topping out near 94°F before peaking Friday. Breezy conditions—gusting up to 20 mph—will kick in Friday evening and persist into the weekend, creating dry and potentially hazardous conditions for those commuting or working along I-10 or exposed desert roads.
Wednesday will bring calmer winds and a high near 84°F—ideal for midday errands. But by Thursday and Friday, residents should limit strenuous outdoor activity between noon and 6 p.m., stay hydrated, and check on elderly neighbors or pets.
Saturday and Sunday will offer little relief, with highs near 98°F and 99°F, respectively. Winds will continue to gust across the city and surrounding areas like Glendale, Tempe, and Mesa.
Phoenix 5-Day Spring Forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 84°F, light breeze
- Thursday: Sunny, high 94°F, calm winds early
- Friday: Sunny, 102°F, gusts up to 20 mph by evening
- Saturday: Sunny, 98°F, breezy evening
- Sunday: Near 99°F, gusty winds again
