Thursday, May 14, 2026. Phoenix wakes up clear and roughly 75F this morning, on track for a sunny, hot afternoon with a high near 100F and only light south breezes. Overnight lows will hang in the low 70s, so evenings stay on the warm side. If you have strenuous outdoor work, aim for early morning or later in the evening and keep the water bottle close.
Afternoon And The Week Ahead
Sunny skies are locked in through Saturday, May 16, with highs near 100F today and Friday, May 15, before easing into the mid-90s on Sunday, May 17. Monday, May 18 looks to be the relative “cool spot” of the stretch, with highs in the low 90s. Conditions stay dry, with no measurable rain expected through this period.
Heat Resources
Maricopa County's Heat Relief Network offers an interactive map of more than 200 cooling locations, hydration stations, and respite sites. You can call 2-1-1 for help finding locations or arranging transportation. The City of Phoenix is running a downtown 24/7 respite center at 20 W. Jackson St. and partnering with the Justa Center at 1001 W. Jefferson St. for extended cooling hours. If you do not have reliable air conditioning, use the county map or call 2-1-1 to track down a nearby spot. Maricopa County Heat Relief Network
Weekend Winds And Fire Risk
A weather system moving into the Interior West will tighten pressure gradients from Saturday, May 16 into Sunday, May 17, bringing breezy to gusty conditions. Gusts could reach around 20 mph Saturday and up to 25 mph Sunday in some spots. Paired with very dry air, those winds may lead to elevated to locally critical fire weather conditions, especially over higher terrain in eastern Arizona. Avoid outdoor burning, secure loose outdoor items, and keep an eye on local updates for any changes. NWS Phoenix
