Phoenix residents are bracing for a sweltering week ahead, with temperatures forecasted to peak at a high near 107 degrees today. According to the National Weather Service, the haze and areas of smoke could reduce visibility before clearing up in the afternoon. Following the heat, the city is expected to cool down mildly overnight with a low around 79 degrees.
The blistering heat is set to continue into Thursday, with the mercury likely to close in on 106 degrees. The winds are forecasted to pick up, with gusts potentially reaching up to 25 mph. While the night might bring some relief, the temperature is predicted to only slightly dip to a low near 75. The National Weather Service also reports that Friday should bring a minor respite, with the high forecasted at near 102 degrees, providing some much-needed relief to the residents looking to possibly not get overwhelmed by the relentless heat.
Looking ahead into the weekend, the weather is expected to remain sunny with high temperatures persisting. Saturday's high is projected to be just shy of 100 degrees, with conditions moderating slightly in preparation for potential showers and thunderstorms later in the evening. There's a 20 percent chance of precipitation after 11 p.m., leading into a Sunday that might offer more cloud cover and a 30 percent chance of rain, mostly concentrated before 11 a.m.
Sunday night and into Monday, the pattern of evening storms seems poised to continue. The National Weather Service forecasts "a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 11pm." With Monday's temperatures expected to hover around 97 degrees, the incoming week appears to steadily transition into milder weather. The forecast indicates a slight decrease in temperatures with Tuesday looking to be sunny and reaching a high near 91 degrees, potentially setting the tone for a cooler period to come.
