Arizona weather forecast: Wind gusts, below-average temps continue
Windy conditions expected in Phoenix tomorrow
Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 80s on Friday in the Phoenix are, with hotter temps in store this weekend and into next week.
PHOENIX - Temperatures were cooler Thursday, and the winds remained strong, statewide!
Thursday Summary:
Phoenix reached a high of 92 degrees, and saw wind gusts up to 38 mph.
In the high country, temperatures climbed into the 60s and 70s, with wind gusts of 30 to 45 mph. A Red Flag Warning remains in effect in northeast AZ through 8 PM Friday evening, due to high fire danger conditions.
Friday:
A wind advisory will be in effect for northeast AZ Friday as well, due to another day of 45 mph wind gusts in the forecast.
The winds will lighten overnight, and skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will fall to 68 degrees in the Valley by Friday morning, and Friday afternoon will be even cooler than today, reaching 88 degrees. Winds will gust up to 20 mph Friday across the Valley, but the high country will remain very windy with 30 to 45 mph gusts.
Skies will be mostly clear across the state, except near the Kaibab Plateau and Page, where isolated showers will be possible during the afternoon.
This Weekend:
The weekend will be calmer across Arizona. Skies will be sunny and dry, and temperatures will rebound. In the Valley, temperatures will reach the mid-90s and low 100s in the Valley on Saturday and Sunday.
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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.