Arizona weather forecast: Low pressure churning over California bringing wind, cooler temps to AZ
Windy conditions around Arizona
FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has the details on our windy weather and upcoming triple-digit temperatures.
PHOENIX - Wednesday was a windy day across Arizona, with slightly cooler temperatures than Tuesday.
Today:
The winds ranged from 30 to 45 mph in the High Country, and in the Valley, the winds ranged from 20 to 30 mph.
The winds will lighten after the sun goes down tonight.
The Rest of the Week:
Thursday will be another windy day. A Red Flag Warning remains in effect for the Colorado Plateau through 8 p.m. Thursday evening, due to the continuation of strong winds, dry air and dry brush.
On Thursday, the High Country will see wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, and the Valley will see wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph. Friday will be slightly less windy, with 30 to 35 mph gusts in the High Country, and 20 mph gusts in the Valley. The weekend will be calmer statewide.
Temperatures will keep cooling down little by little through Friday. The Phoenix area will fall to 69 degrees tonight and warm to 93 degrees Thursday. Friday will be even cooler, with a high of 90 degrees.
Looking Further Ahead:
Temperatures will rebound big time over the weekend, and 100s will return Sunday. Skies will remain sunny and dry.
Morning Weather Forecast - 5/27/26
Breezy winds are forecast for Wednesday in the Valley, with a high near 94 degrees.
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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.