The city of Phoenix is gearing up for a scorching week ahead, with temperatures expected to soar into the triple digits. According to the National Weather Service, today's forecast promises sunny skies and a high near 114 degrees, with east wind shifting westerly in the afternoon. Residents should anticipate a slight reprieve in the evening, with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm and lows around 93 degrees.
The heat wave is set to intensify on Saturday, with a baking high near 116 degrees. The balmy conditions, paired with an occasional east to west wind, offer little comfort to those seeking respite from the heat. As nighttime approaches, another 20 percent chance of precipitation before 11pm brings hope for cooler weather, and, the mercury is expected to dip to a low of around 92 degrees.
On Sunday, temperatures will hover near 113 degrees under sunny skies, and winds will continue their southeasterly to westerly pattern. However, Sunday night forecasts are more promising for rain enthusiasts, with a 50 percent likelihood of showers and thunderstorms. Predicted rainfall amounts are minimal, less than a tenth of an inch, except in areas hit by thunderstorms, which may experience higher totals.
As the new week begins, Monday offers a visual of mostly sunny skies, while temperatures maintain their hot streak at a high of near 109 degrees. Late morning portends a 20 percent possibility of showers. Conversely, the evening may bring about a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, before 11pm, and overnight lows are set to hover at approximately 91 degrees.
The pattern of scorching days with sporadic chances of precipitation is projected to continue through midweek. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the possibility of showers persists at 20 percent during the day, while highs are forecast to hit around 112 degrees. Milder evenings can be expected with temperatures expected to cool down to low 90s and a continuous cycle of wind changing direction periodically throughout the day and night.
Looking further ahead, Thursday's forecast also indicates a potential for showers at a 20 percent chance, with mostly sunny conditions and temperatures peaking near 111 degrees. Nights are set to remain partly cloudy, with similar low temperatures offering marginal relief from the daytime heat.
