Phoenix, Ariz. – The desert air sits still this morning, the horizon tinted pink as the first sunlight spills over Camelback Mountain. Fall may be taking hold across much of the country, but in Phoenix, it’s all sun and heat — a stretch of flawless, dry days that feel more like late September than late October.
According to the National Weather Service in Phoenix, Thursday begins clear and calm, with highs reaching 83°F under abundant sunshine. Winds stay light from the southwest around 5 mph, making it an ideal day for commutes, golf rounds, or early Halloween setup. The city’s dry streak now extends well past two weeks — a stark contrast to cooler, wetter conditions spreading across the Rockies and Plains.
Friday follows the same tune: highs near 84°F, low humidity, and bright desert skies. Evenings stay mild, dipping to around 61°F, perfect for patio dining and outdoor events. By Saturday and Sunday, highs rise slightly to 86–87°F, pushing back against the fall calendar. Air quality will remain good, and no rain or dust events are expected through early next week.
This calm stretch offers a reminder of Phoenix’s “second summer” — the sun-splashed lull before November finally ushers in cooler mornings. For now, residents can count on crystal skies and warm afternoons to finish the week.
Looking ahead, models hint at a weak trough approaching from the west late next week. It’s unlikely to bring measurable rain, but it could finally trim daytime highs back into the upper 70s — the first whisper of the Valley’s true fall weather.
Five-Day Outlook for Phoenix, AZ:
Thu: 83/61 – Sunny; calm breeze.
Fri: 84/61 – Bright skies; warm.
Sat: 86/63 – Sunny; very dry air.
Sun: 87/63 – Hotter; light east wind.
Mon: 83/63 – Sunny; still warm.
