PHOENIX — July 2024 is going down as the second hottest July on record in Phoenix!
The overall average temperature was 101.1 degrees; that's our daily highs and lows combined and averaged out.
This is only the second time in recorded history that any month in Phoenix has had an overall average temperature in the triple digits. July 2023 is still the record holder with an overall average temperature of 102.7 degrees.
The outlook for August is hotter than normal, too.
It starts with Excessive Heat Warnings this weekend and early next week for the Valley and parts of western Arizona.
Saturday, Sunday and Monday will be ABC15 Weather Action Days as a reminder to take action to stay safe in these dangerously hot temperatures.
Phoenix will approach 115 degrees each day, putting us in record territory.
The current record for Saturday is 114 degrees set in 2020. The record for Sunday is 116 degrees set in 1975 and Monday's record is 116 degrees set in 2023.
We won't get much relief overnight either. Early morning lows could tie records too, only dropping into the low 90s in Phoenix over the weekend.
With this hotter forecast, the risk for heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke will increase.
So, plan on limiting your time outside, especially in the afternoon when temperatures are hottest. Stay hydrated with water and electrolyte drinks, and never leave kids or pets alone in your vehicle no matter how quick the errand.
There is a slight chance of monsoon storms in the forecast each day, but most of the action will stay in the higher terrain of northern, eastern and southeastern Arizona.
Here in the Valley, air quality is a concern for us too.
Ozone High Pollution Advisories are in effect through Friday and Ozone High Pollution Watches have been issued for Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
The pollution watches could be upgraded to advisories as we get closer, so we'll keep you updated.
Ozone pollution will reach unhealthy levels for kids, older adults and anyone with any respiratory issues like asthma or COPD.
Breathing in ozone pollution can lead to health impacts like chest pain, coughing, throat irritation, congestion and difficulty breathing. So, limit your time outside in the afternoon when ozone pollution is peaking. Even healthy adults trying to exercise outside may experience health impacts.
Everyone can help prevent the pollution problem from getting worse by carpooling, taking public transportation or working from home. Also, wait until after dark to fill up your gas-powered vehicles and avoid idling in long drive-thru lines.
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2024 Rainfall totals:
Sky Harbor Official Rainfall: 4.19" (+0.31" from average)
Valley Average (Phoenix Rainfall Index): 3.90"
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2023 Rainfall totals:
Sky Harbor Official Rainfall: 4.21" (-3.01" from average)
Valley Average (Phoenix Rainfall Index): 5.47"
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Daily rainfall reports from all across the Valley can be found here.
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PHOENIX IS GETTING DRIER - LOWER RAINFALL AVERAGES NOW
Average Monsoon Rainfall in Phoenix (1981-2010): 2.71" of rain
NEW Average Monsoon Rainfall in Phoenix (1991-2020): 2.43" of rain
Average Yearly Rainfall in Phoenix (1981-2010): 8:03" of rain
NEW Average Yearly Rainfall in Phoenix (1991-2020): 7.22" of rain
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