PHOENIX — We're in the midst of the longest stretch of consecutive days in the 100s so far this year in Phoenix.
These triple-digit highs are not only sticking around but also soaring this weekend to the highest levels we've seen so far this year
Winds will remain breezy to gusty through the weekend and pick backup for the start of the week. Wind gusts could reach 45 mph in parts of northern and northeast Arizona. While Valley gusts will remain between 20-25 mph.
These winds combined with the very dry conditions around our state will increase the risk for wildfires.
As high pressure intensifies to our southeast over the weekend, we're tracking the hottest temperatures of the year so far!
Phoenix could see its first 110-degree day by Sunday. On average this happens around June 11th, so this is a little later than usual.
It will get even hotter next week, with daily highs ranging from 110 to 112 degrees each afternoon. Overnight lows will be warmer too, only cooling into the upper 70s to low 80s in the Valley each morning.
An Excessive Heat Watch has been issued for Monday and Tuesday in southeastern Arizona.
Keep yourself safe in this extreme heat by limiting your time outdoors during the hottest hours of the day and by staying hydrated. Remember to keep an eye on kids and the elderly, as they can be the most affected this heat. Also consider bringing pets indoors to keep them cool.
While Monsoon 2023 is officially here, our forecast still looks sunny and dry with no rain in sight over the next week.
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2023 Rainfall totals:
Sky Harbor Official Rainfall: 2.88" (-0.07" from average)
Valley Average (Phoenix Rainfall Index): 3.36"
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2022 Rainfall totals:
Sky Harbor Official Rainfall: 5.78" (-1.44" from average)
Valley Average (Phoenix Rainfall Index): 7.02"
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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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