Phoenix rolled into Friday, April 24, 2026 under clear skies and mid-60s morning temps, the kind of start that tricks you into forgetting what the afternoon has planned. The warmup will be quick, with highs expected to push near 90°F and only a light south breeze before a weak Pacific disturbance slides in this weekend to cool things off a bit and kick up the winds.
Afternoon Heat, Barely A Breeze
According to the National Weather Service, Friday’s highs are on track for the upper 80s to near 90°F, with south winds around 0–10 mph and plenty of sunshine. Overnight lows will drift back into the mid-60s Friday night.
Sky Harbor is reporting clear skies and mid-60s temperatures to start the day, and rain chances stay essentially at zero through tonight. In other words, it is all about the dry heat and not much else.
Weekend Breeze And Cooler Temperatures
The incoming Pacific system will nudge a weak front through the region Saturday night, trimming daytime highs to about 86°F on Saturday and knocking them into the upper 70s by Sunday. The real shift will be the wind.
Gusts could reach 20–25 mph Sunday afternoon, with locally stronger gusts farther west and over higher terrain starting Saturday evening. Moisture with this system is limited, so only isolated mountain showers north of the metro are possible, and any rainfall totals look negligible.
Plan Ahead
Before the breeze moves in Saturday evening, it is a good idea to secure patio furniture, umbrellas, and shade canopies so they do not go visiting the neighbors. If you are planning to bike or drive a high-profile vehicle on Sunday, expect those gusts to tug at you a bit.
If you need a break from the heat, the Phoenix Heat Relief Network lists cooling centers and hydration sites across the city. Otherwise, count on a sunnier but milder Sunday compared to today’s near-90°F spike.
Bottom Line
There are no watches or warnings in effect for Maricopa County right now, but the forecast can change quickly. Check the latest updates from the National Weather Service before you head out. We will be keeping an eye on the weekend system as it approaches.
