Phoenix, AZ, is currently experiencing an Excessive Heat Warning lasting through Tuesday at 8 p.m. Residents should expect extremely high temperatures throughout the day, with highs reaching 105°F on Tuesday. East winds around 5 mph will become southwest in the afternoon. Overnight temperatures will cool slightly, dipping to a low of 77°F, with clear skies.
Wednesday will bring similar conditions, with a high of 104°F, and winds will shift from west to calm in the afternoon. Nighttime lows will hover around 76°F. Thursday will be another hot day, reaching 105°F, with northeast winds around 5 mph.
The heat wave will persist through the week, with highs continuing in the low 100s. On Friday, expect sunny skies and a high of 104°F, with mostly clear conditions overnight and a low near 77°F. Temperatures will start to cool slightly over the weekend but remain elevated, with Saturday seeing highs around 102°F. By Sunday, highs will still reach the upper 90s, with lows in the mid-70s.
Phoenix residents should take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses by staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and finding shaded or air-conditioned spaces whenever possible. Always check on vulnerable populations such as the elderly and pets during these extreme conditions.
