As Phoenix enters spring, the city is forecasted to experience a series of sunny days with temperatures approaching 100 degrees. The National Weather Service predicts highs near 100 degrees heading into the weekend.
The heat has arrived early this year, with today’s temperature expected to reach a high of 99 degrees. This trend is expected to continue, with Friday's high potentially reaching 100 degrees. Afternoon winds may provide some relief from the heat.
Phoenix's weekend forecast looks to be similarly sunny. Saturday is expected to bring another day of significant heat, with highs near 100 degrees, while the evenings will cool down to the mid-60s. This warm pattern, along with mostly clear skies at night, signals the steady approach of summer.
Looking ahead, Sunday’s high is expected to reach a more moderate 94 degrees. In the short term, temperatures are likely to remain steady, with a slight cooling trend into the first half of next week. These cooler days precede the expected rise in summer heat within the Valley of the Sun.
The forecast for the early days of next week is expected to remain consistent, with sunny skies and highs in the low 90s. Morning winds will be calm, gradually strengthening in the afternoon before calming again by evening.
