Residents in Phoenix, AZ, can expect a bright streak of sunny skies leading into a hot first week of May, with daytime temperatures steadily climbing into the mid-90s, according to both the National Weather Service and local forecasts. As of today, the National Weather Service reports a balmy, sunlit day with an expected high of around 80 degrees and light winds varying from the west southwest at 3 to 11 mph.

As the evening sets in, the temperature dips to a mild 59 degrees, with the day closing on a clear note, and a continuous west wind at 8 mph turning south. Fox10 Phoenix also detailed today's hourly progression with a crisp 63 degrees at 6 AM, eventually nearing 80 degrees by the late afternoon, the warm weather is an unwavering constant, as of 6:01 AM MST.

The forthcoming week is no stranger to the heat, with Sunday's high anticipated to soar to 87 degrees and barely a whisper of wind to cool the landscape. The serene pattern is set to continue with nightly lows resting comfortably in the low 60s. Monday ups the ante, bringing in a slightly higher daytime high near 92 degrees, an east wind at 10 mph shifting to west setting the tone for a warm, consistent breeze.

Temperatures incrementally increase as the week progresses; by Tuesday, Phoenicians are looking at a high near 94 degrees and a nighttime pause at around 65 degrees. The same pattern is expected to hold through to Wednesday night, around midweek, according to the National Weather Bureau. The sun will continue to dominate the forecast with high temperatures, the warm trend is sealed in with a near 92 degrees high on Thursday and a slight climb to a high near 95 degrees come Friday.

Providing extended insight, Fox10 Phoenix forecasts the temperatures peaking with a sweltering high of 98 degrees by next Saturday. This warming trend suggests a scorching close to the week, setting up residents for a stretch of intense dryness and clear skies.