Phoenix woke up under clear, dry skies Friday morning, with Sky Harbor (KPHX) already near 81°F at dawn. The metro is expected to roast into the upper 100s today, with a high near 107°F on Friday (June 5, 2026), so anyone with outdoor plans will want to push yard work, workouts, and dog walks into the early morning or evening hours.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Winds are set to crank up this afternoon and into the weekend, with most Valley locations seeing gusts around 20 to 30 mph and stronger bursts possible in the Lower Colorado River Valley and higher terrain. A Fire Weather Watch is posted for parts of southwestern Arizona and nearby California on Saturday (June 6, 2026) as very low humidity near 10 percent combines with gusty winds and dry fuels, according to the National Weather Service in Phoenix.
Heat Relief And Cooling Centers
The City of Phoenix and regional partners have opened cooling centers and hydration stations throughout the Valley. The city lists a 24/7 downtown respite at 20 W Jackson Street for anyone who needs shade and water. Check hours and locations before heading out and consider shifting outdoor work to early morning or evening to avoid the worst of the heat. See the Heat Relief Network for details.
What To Expect This Weekend
Saturday (June 6) should ease off only slightly, with highs still near 106°F. Sunday and early next week are expected to hover in the low 100s, around 104°F, with overnight lows stuck in the mid 70s. Breezy afternoons are likely through at least midweek, so elevated fire weather conditions could hang on a while longer. We updated this piece from our triple digit heat and gusty winds report to reflect the newly posted Fire Weather Watch.
Safety Tips
Drink plenty of water, avoid strenuous activity during the midafternoon peak, and never leave people or pets in parked cars, even for a short time. Secure loose outdoor items before the gusts pick up and follow any local burn restrictions; if conditions worsen, officials could upgrade current advisories to more serious warnings.
