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Crews filled a one‑million‑gallon test basin as Phoenix's Cave Creek purification project reaches the midpoint of construction.
Spotty morning sprinkles during the commute, then clearing to a sunny afternoon with highs near 85°F. Temperatures climb into the low‑90s by the weekend.
Upper 80s to low 90s today, a brief cool-down with sprinkles Wednesday, then warming back into the low 90s by the weekend.
Gusty outflow winds kicked up dust across the Phoenix Valley early Monday, clogging road-camera views and prompting safety warnings from ADOT and the National Weather Service.
Low 70s this morning with highs near 95°F. Isolated storms and gusty outflows possible before a midweek cool‑down.
Highs near 97°F Sunday with a small chance of evening storms and gusty outflows. City cooling centers are available for those who need relief.
Breezy Saturday with highs near 96°F and a morning Wind Advisory. City cooling centers are available downtown.
Phoenix is headed for near 101°F Friday with gusty easterly winds arriving Saturday morning. Cooling centers and a downtown respite site are available for relief.
Phoenix will reach the upper 90s Thursday and could top 100°F Friday. City cooling centers and safety tips are available for anyone who needs relief.
Stinknet’s yellow “ball” blooms are back in the Valley. Officials warn homeowners to pull and bag the plants now to limit seeds, fire fuel and allergy problems.
Phoenix will climb into the upper 90s and low 100s this week. Expect gusty winds Saturday and check cooling centers if you need relief.
Phoenix spikes to near 98°F Tuesday with 100°F+ days likely through the week. Cooling centers are available and officials urge heat precautions.
EPA proposed approving Arizona’s interstate transport plan, saying modeled contributions fall below the agency's 1‑ppb threshold — even as Phoenix keeps logging unhealthy ozone days. Local advocates and industry are sharply divided.
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