PHOENIX — PHOENIX — The chance for monsoon storms drops off this week for the Valley as excessive heat returns.
Valley highs could hit 110 degrees by Tuesday, marking our first 110s in August this year just in time to wrap up the month. The record high for that day is 113 degrees.
An Excessive Heat Watch is in effect for the Valley from Tuesday through Wednesday. Stay inside during the hottest time of the day, if possible. Also, keep your pets inside and don't leave your kids unattended in your vehicle. Stay hydrated with plenty of water and electrolyte drinks.
Air quality will also be a concern this week.
An Ozone High Pollution Advisory has been issued for Monday along with an Ozone High Pollution Watch for Tuesday. Limit your time outside if you have asthma or COPD, or you may have difficulty breathing.
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2022 Rainfall totals:
Sky Harbor Official Rainfall: 1.99" (-2.70" from average)
Valley Average (Phoenix Rainfall Index): 3.59"
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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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