Highlights
- Phoenix is forecast to reach 115 degrees this week, according to FOX 10 meteorologist Erica Horvatin.
- The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning through Thursday, July 9, with highs of 112 to 116 degrees.
- Morning lows are expected to remain in the 80s to 90 degrees, offering little overnight relief.
- Multiple forecasters including AZFamily and the NWS Phoenix office are tracking the same heat event.
Phoenix is on track to hit 115 degrees this week, FOX 10 meteorologist Erica Horvatin reported Tuesday, as an intense heat dome settles over the Valley.
The National Weather Service Phoenix office has issued an Extreme Heat Warning through Thursday, July 9, with forecast highs ranging from 112 to 116 degrees. Morning lows are expected to hold in the 80s to 90 degrees, meaning residents will see little overnight cooling.
AZFamily issued First Alert Weather Days for the same stretch, corroborating the NWS outlook.
When does the heat peak this week?
The Extreme Heat Warning runs through Thursday, July 9, per the National Weather Service. Highs are forecast in the 112 to 116 degree range each afternoon, with the most dangerous conditions expected during peak sun hours. Residents should limit outdoor exposure and check on vulnerable neighbors during that window.
Sources
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- Fox 10 Phoenix retrieved 08/07/2026 00:24
- weather.gov retrieved 08/07/2026 00:24
- AZ Family (3TV/CBS5) retrieved 08/07/2026 00:24
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