... Excessive heat watch remains in effect from Saturday morning
through Sunday evening...
An excessive heat watch remains in effect from Saturday morning
through Sunday evening.
Strong high pressure aloft centered over West Texas will expand and
strengthen over the southwest United States during the next couple of
days... bringing the hottest temperatures so far this year. Forecast
highs over the Lower Desert will range from 109 to 115 degrees
Saturday... and from 110 to 117 degrees Sunday.
The forecast high temperature at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is
112 degrees on Saturday... and 113 degrees on Sunday... with an
overnight low of 88 degrees Sunday morning.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Complete as much outdoor activity as possible in the early morning
when the sun and heat are less intense. If you plan to be outside for
an extended period of time in the afternoon or early evening... stay
in the shade as much as possible and drink abundant amounts of water.
Wear light colored and loose fitting clothing... and a wide brimmed
hat... your head and body will be much cooler. Spend more time in air
conditioned or well ventilated places and remain hydrated.
National Weather Service Phoenix is on the internet at
Weather.Gov/Phoenix