Say goodbye (for now) to triple-digit temperatures, as we expect cooler temperatures this weekend in Phoenix.
It was another record day in Phoenix with our heatwave finally starting to break. Phoenix hit a high of 102 degrees on Friday, with the normal average sitting at 81 degrees. This breaks our 1986 record of 98 degrees, with more records possible for the weekend.
Saturday will bring in a high of around 97 degrees, with the record sitting at 95 degrees. Winds will pick up for parts of the state with wind advisories for much of southeastern Arizona through Saturday afternoon.We can expect wind gusts up to 45mph. Red flag warnings are also in place for southeastern portions of the state until 8:00 PM. Rain chances ramp up for parts of the Valley and surrounding regions as our next system will also bring temperatures down.The weekend will drop us down into the 90s with the return of 80s by Wednesday!You can always check the latest weather conditions by visiting the FOX 10 Phoenix weather page, or download the Free FOX 10 Weather app, which is available on Apple iOS and Android.Scroll down this page for satellite and radar, day planner, records, current temperatures, 10-day forecast, forecast highs, and recent rainfall totals, plus live video feeds.The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.What are Heat Emergencies?Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle crampsHeat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, Cool/moist skinHeat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse , seizures, unconsciousThe Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:
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