Phoenix, Arizona – Dangerously hot weather will grip much of central Arizona through at least 8 p.m. Friday, with temperatures in the Phoenix metro expected to peak between 108°F and 118°F. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region, including Mesa, Glendale, Scottsdale, and Goodyear, citing a high risk of heat-related illness and urging residents to take immediate precautions.
According to the NWS Phoenix office, the heat risk is especially high for outdoor workers, seniors, and those without reliable access to air conditioning. Peak heat will build Tuesday through Thursday, with Wednesday’s forecast high hitting 116°F in Phoenix, while nighttime lows remain dangerously warm in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Maricopa County residents can call 2-1-1 to find nearby cooling centers offering water, transportation, and relief from the heat. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned spaces and urges everyone to watch for signs of heat exhaustion and stroke.
Avoid outdoor activity from late morning through early evening. Lightweight clothing and water consumption are critical during this period.
Five Day Forecast for Phoenix, AZ:
- Tuesday: High near 112°F, mostly sunny, slight storm chance by evening.
- Wednesday: High near 116°F, low around 91°F, mostly clear and dangerously hot.
- Thursday: High near 116°F, partly cloudy overnight, low near 90°F.
- Friday: High near 111°F, partly cloudy by evening, heat warning remains in effect.
- Saturday: Slight chance of thunderstorms, high near 108°F, overnight low near 88°F.
More advisories may be issued if conditions worsen later this week.
