Arizona weather forecast: A hot weekend is in store for the Phoenix area

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The Brief

  • "Above normal temperatures" will persist this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

  • Saturday should see a high of 110°F. The high is expected to be the same for Sunday.

  • Cooler temperatures are expected next week.

PHOENIX - Officials with the National Weather Service say "above normal temperatures" will persist this weekend, and Extreme Heat Warnings will remain in effect for much of the lower deserts through Sunday.

Today

Forecasters with NWS say for Saturday, the Extreme Heat Warning covers the entire Phoenix area, as well as portions of Pinal County and Pima County, including Casa Grande and Tucson.

Meanwhile, the agency is calling for a high of 110°F for Saturday.

"Overnight lows will also be quite warm, with mostly lower 90s in the Phoenix Metro," read a portion of NWS' website.

Tomorrow

NWS's forecast also calls for a high of 110°F for Sunday. As mentioned earlier, an Extreme Heat Warning will remain in effect through Sunday, and it covers the Phoenix area.

Next Week

"Cooler temperatures will settle into the region by early next week," read a portion of NWS's forecast, with a high of 98°F possible on Wednesday.

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The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.

What are Heat Emergencies?

Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle cramps

Heat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, cool/moist skin

Heat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse (shock), seizures, unconscious

What to do

  • Get person into shade or cool location

  • Cool person with cool, wet cloths (neck, groin, armpits, head) and fan body

  • Sip cool water if person is alert

  • For muscle cramps, massage muscles gently, but firmly until relaxed

  • *If symptoms worsen, call 911

What not to do

  • Do not give anything by mouth if person is vomiting, unable to swallow or unconscious

  • Do not underestimate the seriousness of a heat emergency

  • Prevention/Preparation for hike/exercise in heat

Know your limitations

  • Hydrate (begins day prior to hike/exercise, hour before hike, during and after)

  • Wear proper clothing, lightweight and light color, protect head, proper shoes

  • Always carry a cell phone and best to hike with company

  • Always tell someone where you are hiking and when to plan to return

Preventing heat exhaustion/heat stroke

The Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:

  • Stay in air-conditioned buildings

  • Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day (mid-day)

  • Check on at-risk friends, family, and neighbors at least twice a day

  • Drink water before, during, and after working or exercising outside

  • Check the UV Index

  • Check the heat risk map

Driving in extreme temperatures

The Arizona Department of Transportation’s tips for driving in extreme temperatures include:

Have sun protection: In addition to an umbrella, take sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat and wear loose-fitting, light-colored cotton clothing.

Fuel up: Keep your tank at three-quarters full. Running out of gas, especially in a remote location, is dangerous in extreme heat.

Hydrate: Take a cooler to keep extra drinking water cold, and consider adding several frozen bottles of water to use for cooling off or to thaw and drink if needed. Make sure everyone, including pets, stays hydrated.

Get help: If your vehicle breaks down in extreme heat, call for assistance right away to reduce wait time, and run the AC. If the AC isn’t working, roll down all windows.

Wait safely: If the temperature inside your vehicle becomes too hot, everyone, including pets, should exit carefully and seek out or create a shaded area as far away from the travel lanes as possible. Be careful walking on the road surface, which can be hot enough to burn skin. Keep your shoes on and try to keep your pets’ paws off the pavement. If you are stopped along the highway, raise the front hood and turn on hazard lights. Please keep in mind that parking in tall brush can start a fire.

Check your vehicle: You can help avoid breakdowns and blowouts by making sure your vehicle is in good operating condition. Check your air conditioner and coolant levels, top off any vital engine fluids and make sure your battery is up to par. Check your tire pressure, as the combination of under inflated tires and hot pavement can lead to a blowout.

MORE: https://azdot.gov/about/transportation-safety/severe-weather

Road Conditions

  • Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623)

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