Phoenix woke to clear skies Friday, with the latest reported reading near 79 degrees at Sky Harbor. The city is headed for a sunny afternoon around 95 degrees, and the calendar’s move into October still will not bring much relief from the desert heat.
Gusty East Winds Arrive By Midmorning
According to the latest National Weather Service forecast, east-southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph will strengthen through the morning and afternoon, with gusts reaching 25 mph. Winds should ease somewhat near sunset, but breezy conditions will linger into Friday night.
Sunny Weekend Keeps Heat In The Mid-90s
Saturday and Sunday will remain sunny, with highs near 95 degrees and overnight lows around 79 to 80. Sunday could be the breeziest day, with east winds of 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph, making early morning the more comfortable window for outdoor plans.
Near-100-Degree Heat Returns Next Week
Monday and Tuesday should stay near 95 degrees before temperatures climb to about 98 Wednesday and 99 Thursday. The sharper warming trend updates Hoodline’s previous forecast, with the latest outlook now showing the warmest stretch arriving by the middle of next week.
Rain chances will remain at or near zero through next week, and no watches, warnings or advisories are posted for the Phoenix area. With afternoon heat building and humidity staying low, water, shade and regular breaks will be important for anyone spending extended time outside.
