Arizona weather forecast: Triple digits sticking around for now in Phoenix
Evening Weather Forecast - 3/25/26
Temperatures are expected to be on a downward slide in the days to come. Meanwhile, there is also a slight chance of rain for the Valley this weekend.
PHOENIX - Our heat wave continues, but we're finally approaching the end!
High pressure continues to focus on our region, keeping the warmth and dry conditions locked. The high pressure dome, however, is shifting eastward. It slowly glides east of Arizona over the next couple of days, and slips southeast of the state by Friday into the weekend. As a result, our temperatures will begin to trend downward as our moisture levels begin to increase this weekend.
Wednesday:
Arizona broke more temperature records on Wednesday, and the record-heat continues for most Arizona cities through Saturday.
Phoenix reached a high of 100 degrees, and the area has two more 100 degree days in store, before finally dropping back to the double-digits on Saturday.
Tonight it will cool to 68 degrees in the Valley.
This Week:
Thursday will be a sunny day, with temperatures around 100 degrees. Flagstaff will warm back into the mid-70s.
Along with cooler temperatures, the pattern change over the weekend will also bring cloudier skies. The Valley will experience breezy, easterly winds on Saturday. Rain showers will be possible on Sunday, mainly in the higher terrain, while the Valley rain chance is low.
The forecast high will slip to 99 on Saturday and 97 on Sunday. It will turn breezy in the Valley and a bit windy in the High Country over the weekend. Gusts around 20 to 25 mph are possible in Phoenix both days.
Big picture view:
As the ridge shifts to the southeast, it will help guide moisture from our south toward Arizona. This will bring a chance for scattered showers to the state, particularly eastern and northern Arizona, starting Sunday into Monday.
As a trough of more mild air begins to approach the West Coast, an additional chance for showers may pick up over Arizona around mid-next week. This pattern shift will also drop our forecast highs.
We're expected to top off in the mid-upper 90s this weekend and early next week. By mid-next week, the high temperature will drop to the low-mid 80s in Phoenix.
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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.