Arizona weather forecast: Winds churning up across the state
Temps aren't looking too bad in Phoenix
FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has the latest on our warm weather in Phoenix, as well as the weather the High Country is feeling.
PHOENIX - Tuesday was a dry day across Arizona, aside from a couple of showers near the New Mexico state line.
Skies were sunnier, and temperatures were near-normal. Phoenix reached a high temperature of 97 degrees. The winds became breezy across the state, with 22 mph gusts in the Valley, 37 mph gusts in Flagstaff and 45 mph gusts in Kingman.
The winds will stay breezy through the evening.
What to Expect This Week:
A new low pressure system will bring strong winds to Arizona over the next few days. The winds will stay breezy in northern AZ through tonight.
On Wednesday, 35 to 45 mph wind gusts are expected in the High Country, and 25 mph winds in the Valley.
On Thursday, 35 mph wind gusts are expected in the High Country, and 25 mph winds in the Valley.
Looking Ahead:
Friday will be quieter in the deserts, but the High Country will stay breezy with gusts of 30 mph. Meanwhile, skies will be mostly sunny, and temperatures will gradually fall through Friday.
In the Valley, high temperatures will stay in the 90s this week, falling to around 91 degrees by Friday, before a weekend warm up.
Morning Weather Forecast - 5/26/26
Windy conditions are expected this week across the state, with Valley highs in the 90s.
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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.