Arizona weather forecast: Hotter temperatures expected for Phoenix this weekend
Evening Weather Forecast - 4/2/26
We're expecting a return to warmer temperatures this weekend, but that's not sticking around for too long.
PHOENIX - Thursday was another near-normal day across Arizona. Phoenix warmed to 87 degrees. Clouds rolled in during the afternoon, and the clouds should clear overnight, leading to a sunnier start on Friday. More rounds of clouds will move into AZ Friday afternoon.
Tonight:
Winds were gusty across Arizona Thursday, but the wind will lighten overnight for most of the state. The Colorado River Valley in western Arizona is the exception, and a wind advisory begins tonight at 8 PM, continuing through 8 PM Friday. Northerly winds will gust up to 55 mph over spots like Lake Mead, Lake Havasu and Bullhead City.
Tomorrow:
The rest of AZ will be calmer on Friday, but the breezes will pick up a bit over Mogollon Rim and the Valley Friday night.
Temperatures will warm about one to three degrees on Friday. Phoenix will start around 64 degrees in the morning, before climbing to 88 degrees in the afternoon.
Looking Ahead:
The heat turns up a notch on Saturday and Sunday, with 90s returning for the Valley. Easter will be a dry and hot day in the Valley. The high country will be mild with a chance for isolated showers over the Mogollon Rim and eastern AZ.
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The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.
What are Heat Emergencies?
Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle cramps
Heat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, Cool/moist skin
Heat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse (shock), seizures, unconscious
What to do
- Get person into shade or cool location.
- Cool person with cool, wet cloths (neck, groin, armpits, head) and fan body.
- Sip cool water if person is alert.
- For muscle cramps, massage muscles gently, but firmly until relaxed.
- *If symptoms worsen, call 911.
What not to do
- Do not give anything by mouth if person is vomiting, unable to swallow or unconscious.
- Do not underestimate the seriousness of a heat emergency.
- Prevention/Preparation for hike/exercise in heat.
Know your limitations
- Hydrate (begins day prior to hike/exercise, hour before hike, during and after).
- Wear proper clothing, lightweight and light color, protect head, proper shoes.
- Always carry a cell phone and best to hike with company.
- Always tell someone where you are hiking and when to plan to return.
Preventing heat exhaustion/heat stroke
The Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:
- Stay in air-conditioned buildings.
- Find a cooling center/hydration station.
- Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day (mid-day).
- Check on at-risk friends, family, and neighbors at least twice a day.
- Drink water before, during, and after working or exercising outside.
- Check the UV Index.
- Check the heat risk map.
Road Conditions
- Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623)
The Source: Information for this article was gathered by the FOX 10 Weather Experts.