Phoenix is gearing up for a week of unrelenting sunshine with temperatures set to soar, with the National Weather Service predicting highs flirting with the mid-90s. According to the NWS, today's temperature in Phoenix is poised to hit a sizzling 91 degrees, beneath clear skies and backed by an easterly wind transitioning westerly NWS. As the city settles into the evening, the mercury will drop to a comfortable 66 degrees.
Residents can expect similar conditions to prevail throughout the week. On Thursday, temperatures are anticipated to mirror today's highs, again reaching 91 degrees, followed by a slight uptick on Friday to 92 degrees, the NWS states. The weekend will kick off with a sizzling 95 degrees on Saturday, but, will eventually give way to a mild and breezy Sunday, with temperatures dipping to 87 degrees.
A cohesive picture is painted by FOX 10 Phoenix, which reports current temperatures of 74 degrees as of the early morning hours and anticipates a scorching 94-degree high tomorrow. The outlet's 7-day forecast aligns with NWS predictions, forecasting highs in the mid to upper 80s towards the beginning of next week, with Monday and Tuesday expecting highs of 87 and 91 degrees, respectively.
With nighttime temperatures hovering in the mid-60s, the pleasant evenings are set to provide respite from the daytime heat. Looking ahead, Wednesday and Thursday are expected to provide highs of 93 and 92 degrees, leading into what might be, a sweltering Friday with a forecasted high of 95 degrees, per FOX 10 Phoenix's reports. While the forecast is clear of precipitation, residents should remain prepared for the heat ensuring they're well-equipped with water, sunscreen, and shade.
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