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Phoenix Braces for Early Heat Wave With Extreme Heat Watch for Sunday and Monday

A newly issued Extreme Heat Watch underscores rising health risks from a strengthening high-pressure system over the Valley.

Overview

  • Forecasts call for highs near 100 today, rising to 103–106 this weekend, with ABC15 projecting a possible 108 on Monday.
  • An Extreme Heat Watch is posted for Sunday and Monday across the Valley, with heat risk rated moderate over the weekend and major on Monday.
  • The hot stretch is expected to last into next week as highs stay above 100 and overnight lows climb into the mid to upper 70s, according to FOX 10.
  • Breezes will add stress during the warm-up, with Valley gusts near 25 mph through Sunday and stronger gusts north of Phoenix.
  • With only 0.32 inches of rain at Sky Harbor this year, about 2.49 inches below average, officials urge people to hydrate, use air-conditioned spaces or cooling centers, limit midday activity, and check on vulnerable neighbors.